CMM Hardgoods - Accessories & Bike
Apply NowCompany: Christy Sports
Location: Denver, CO 80226
Description:
About Christy Sports:
At Christy Sports, we believe Outside is Better. It's not just a motto, it's a fact. It makes people happier, healthier, and more connected. That's why we go out of our way to help people experience the mountain lifestyle by building authentic relationships, offering humble expertise, and sharing a genuine love for what we do. Driven by our unmatched passion for the outdoors, we are always advancing. In-store and online, within our industry, and with the communities we serve, we bring a spirit of innovation to every aspect of what we do. We were founded in Colorado in 1958, but we've been chasing adventure for much longer. Skiing and snowboarding aren't just a job for us, it's a lifestyle. No matter your level, we strive to give you the best experience possible and invite you to experience the joy of mountain life and sport with us.
Headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, Christy Sports is one of the leading outdoor specialty retailers in the nation with more than 50 locations in Colorado, Utah, Washington, and Montana. In addition to offering a broad selection of retail merchandise in its stores and through multiple e-commerce sites, Christy Sports is a leading provider of Rental and Equipment Services. During the winter off-season, the Company operates highly professional outdoor businesses including Patio Furniture & Cycling to inspire further and enable Christy Sports guests' healthy lifestyles, and to leverage its operational infrastructure and passionate employee base.
Share the stoke for the Christy Sports Values.
We are welcoming - We meet people where they are without judgement. Whether they're seasoned veterans, first-timers, locals, or vacationers, they trust us to set them up for success with quality equipment and great service.
We are ambassadors of lifestyle - We love what makes the mountain lifestyle special: the people, the environment, and the communities. We want our guests to discover and love the mountain lifestyle as much as we do.
We are rooted in experience - By keeping the history of our roots alive, we maintain the quality service, authenticity, and expertise that our guests value and what made us special in the first place.
We are one team - We make our company a great place to work by collaborating, problem-solving, being accountable, and recognizing our accomplishments. We are each unique contributors to a greater whole.
We are always evolving - Our customer* expectations continue to evolve. To meet their needs, we must evolve to stay relevant. We embrace change and always look for the next evolution of what we can do. *Internal & External
About the role:
Category Merchandising Manager shapes our product assortment, vendor relationships, and overall business strategy. Working across departments, this role will craft assortment strategies that align with customer preferences, regional and store specialty needs, drive revenue growth, and enhance brand loyalty. This role involves overseeing the end-to-end buying process, from gathering regional and store specific feedback, writing orders, managing store allocations, negotiating terms with vendors, collaborating with cross-functional teams to effectively sell through the assortment. The CMM will be responsible for executing pricing and promotional strategies, analyzing market and customer trends, and contributing to the success of the business by achieving revenue, margin, and inventory performance goals.
Essential Functions:
Required Skills/Abilities:
Other:
The Perks and Benefits:
Budgeted range starts at: $75,000 - $95,000 annually. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.
**Bonus eligible based upon company performance indicators
WORKING CONDITIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. (Request help with heavy or awkward boxes/products). Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and ladders, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
At Christy Sports, we believe Outside is Better. It's not just a motto, it's a fact. It makes people happier, healthier, and more connected. That's why we go out of our way to help people experience the mountain lifestyle by building authentic relationships, offering humble expertise, and sharing a genuine love for what we do. Driven by our unmatched passion for the outdoors, we are always advancing. In-store and online, within our industry, and with the communities we serve, we bring a spirit of innovation to every aspect of what we do. We were founded in Colorado in 1958, but we've been chasing adventure for much longer. Skiing and snowboarding aren't just a job for us, it's a lifestyle. No matter your level, we strive to give you the best experience possible and invite you to experience the joy of mountain life and sport with us.
Headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, Christy Sports is one of the leading outdoor specialty retailers in the nation with more than 50 locations in Colorado, Utah, Washington, and Montana. In addition to offering a broad selection of retail merchandise in its stores and through multiple e-commerce sites, Christy Sports is a leading provider of Rental and Equipment Services. During the winter off-season, the Company operates highly professional outdoor businesses including Patio Furniture & Cycling to inspire further and enable Christy Sports guests' healthy lifestyles, and to leverage its operational infrastructure and passionate employee base.
Share the stoke for the Christy Sports Values.
We are welcoming - We meet people where they are without judgement. Whether they're seasoned veterans, first-timers, locals, or vacationers, they trust us to set them up for success with quality equipment and great service.
We are ambassadors of lifestyle - We love what makes the mountain lifestyle special: the people, the environment, and the communities. We want our guests to discover and love the mountain lifestyle as much as we do.
We are rooted in experience - By keeping the history of our roots alive, we maintain the quality service, authenticity, and expertise that our guests value and what made us special in the first place.
We are one team - We make our company a great place to work by collaborating, problem-solving, being accountable, and recognizing our accomplishments. We are each unique contributors to a greater whole.
We are always evolving - Our customer* expectations continue to evolve. To meet their needs, we must evolve to stay relevant. We embrace change and always look for the next evolution of what we can do. *Internal & External
About the role:
Category Merchandising Manager shapes our product assortment, vendor relationships, and overall business strategy. Working across departments, this role will craft assortment strategies that align with customer preferences, regional and store specialty needs, drive revenue growth, and enhance brand loyalty. This role involves overseeing the end-to-end buying process, from gathering regional and store specific feedback, writing orders, managing store allocations, negotiating terms with vendors, collaborating with cross-functional teams to effectively sell through the assortment. The CMM will be responsible for executing pricing and promotional strategies, analyzing market and customer trends, and contributing to the success of the business by achieving revenue, margin, and inventory performance goals.
Essential Functions:
- Develop and implement product assortment strategies that align with customer preferences, regional and store specialty needs and budget goals, ensuring an exceptional customer experience.
- Cultivate and maintain strong vendor relationships, negotiating discounts, terms, and identifying growth opportunities to enhance the product lineup.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Planning, Marketing, Store, and Digital Content to develop seasonal assortment plans and ensure cohesive strategies.
- Influence depth and breadth of the assortment in partnership with Planning and Stores, maintaining our specialty presence.
- Manage the complete buying cycle, including writing orders, overseeing reorders, cancellations, and closeouts, achieving vendor deadlines for optimal discounts and payment terms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute pricing strategies, promotional campaigns, and markdown cadence to meet sales margin objectives.
- Analyze industry trends to identify opportunities for introducing new brands and products to market, keeping Christy Sports at the forefront of industry trends.
- Monitor sales and margin performance, inventory positions, and propose adjustments as needed to achieve margin goals and meet business objectives.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- 5 years' experience in buying, merchandising, or a related field, with a strong track record of successfully managing product assortments and vendor relationships.
- Proven negotiation skills that have resulted in increased margin, assortment access, or marketing benefits
- Proven strong analytical skills that have resulted in better product buying decisions?
- Ability to work well under pressure while remaining flexible and adaptive to changing priorities.
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed
- Keen attention to detail and strong organization is a must.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products, especially Excel
- Passion for snowsports and/or retail industry
Other:
- Travel Percentage: 10% to our locations and stores
The Perks and Benefits:
- Free Employee Ski Pass
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
- Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Discounts (ski, retail, outdoor industry and much more!!)
Budgeted range starts at: $75,000 - $95,000 annually. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.
**Bonus eligible based upon company performance indicators
WORKING CONDITIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. (Request help with heavy or awkward boxes/products). Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and ladders, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.