Merchandising Analyst

Job Responsibility: As a Merchandising Analyst for Sporting Life (SL) your role will be pivotal in supporting the Accessories Buyer in product management and coordination for our stores nationwide. Your contributions will directly impact our ability to serve our customers' needs. In this role, you will manage and distribute inventories to all stores by working cross-functionally internally and externally to ensure that the right products are delivered to the right store at the right time and quantity to increase profitable sales, maximize inventory productivity, and balance inventory levels by Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) for stores.

• Responsible for inputting and maintaining all data within the category, including the purchase order process; creating and uploading information changes, item cancellations/reinstatements, confirmation, and pricing.
• Creating reports at the SKU level for shipping, markdowns and sell-throughs while maintaining daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly checklists.
• Managing all inventory replenishment, SKU maintenance, and allocation/core, including regular inventory balancing, preparation for promotions and seasonal requirements, and allocating inventory in advance to ensure inventory is in stock to support sales.
• Working cross-functionally with the stores, creating sales, margin, and inventory reports by analyzing data to support category initiatives.
• Building and fostering solid external relationships with vendors.

What You'll Bring;

• Passion for Retail with an understanding of accessories/apparel/footwear/hard goods.
• Post-secondary education (University preferred) in retail, marketing, or finance.
• Experience in retail planning, buying, or merchandising in data entry and data management with knowledge of inventory management, merchandising concepts, operations and systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient Excel Skills and strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word and PowerPoint.

What We'll Give You;

• Play a significant role in our mighty team, which shares a passion for sports and lifestyle.
• You'll work in a supportive team environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. You'll be part of a hybrid environment, collaborating with and learning from industry experts, fostering a sense of belonging and growth.
• We offer professional growth and competitive compensation, with ample opportunities for career development within our organization and the wider Sporting Life Group.
• An unmatched benefits package, with comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage and access to our amazing discounts at Golf Town, Sporting Life, and Team Town Sports, which can be shared with friends and family.

#SL123 Who We Are; Sporting Life is a leading, iconic Canadian sports lifestyle retailer. Since 1979, we've been committed to providing our customers and their families with the best possible experience—and we are continuously working to improve it every day. We offer the best in outdoor apparel and fashion, footwear, equipment and accessories for men, women and kids. The mix of sport and fashion is what makes us unique. YOU live for the great Canadian outdoors and take pride in living the Sporting Life. You relish in the exhilarating experience of skiing, snowboarding, cycling, running, tennis, hiking and camping and want to inspire our customers to do the same. You believe in the spirit of team, adapting to the ever changing retail environment, being part of constant innovation and working alongside the best leaders, associates and vendors in the business. We are looking for those who live what we sell every day and who celebrate the love of sport and an active way of living. Sporting life is a member of the Sporting Life Group, a Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited company, and is a leading Canadian sports lifestyle retail organization comprising iconic banners, Golf Town, Sporting Life and Team Town. Operating from coast to coast, both Golf Town, Sporting Life and Team Town's fleet of stores inspire Canadians to get outside and live an active lifestyle, whether it's playing some of Canada's top golf courses, running through community trails, experiencing the exhilarating feeling of the hills, or any sports activity in between fit for the individual or whole family. Come work with us! Experience what it's like to work in a fun and engaging environment where you'll be challenged and inspired to contribute to both brands and surrounded by like-minded teams who have a passion for the game of golf, are devoted to outdoor and team activities and sports.