Assistant BuyerWho We Are:At Life Style Sports, we're redefining what it means to be a sports retailerProudly Irish-owned and Ireland's leading sports destination, we empower theStylised Athletethrough bold innovation and unforgettable experiences. From ourBrand Centrein Dublin to ourcarbon-neutral warehouse, everything we do is built to make an impact.With39 stores, a thrivingeCommerce presence, and a passionate team ofover 650, we deliver the best from the world's top sports brands every day.But we're more than just products — we're about people.Guided by our Brand values ofSocial, Inspirational, and Fearless, we create strong connections with our customers and foster a vibrant, inclusive culture for our team.We're proud to have been recognised as the#1 sports retaileron theSunday Independent's Best Employers listin both 2023 and 2024. We're breaking barriers and setting new standards for diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Ourpositive Gender Pay Gap reportshowcases the strength of our diverse and talented team, and we're especially proud of the outstanding contributions of the incredible women across our stores and Brand Centre.Ready topush boundaries,embrace challenges, andshape the future of sports retail? Join ourEPIC teamtoday and let's change the game togetherRole Summary:An excellent opportunity for an energetic individual to join a focused team in a fast paced and rewarding environment. As a Life Style Sports Assistant Buyer you will be responsible for supporting the Buyer and Concept team in driving and increasing sales and margin in your category. You should have excellent analytical skills, an eye for product and bring new well thought out ideas to the buying process.Role Responsibilities:Buying RequirementWork with the Concept Buyer to curate product assortments and promotions to achieve budgeted Sales, stock and margin targets.Review and analyse data for your department from both the digital and store channel, ensuring an action focused approach to information acquired.Assisting the Buyer in forecasting Sales, Stock and Margin for the Concept.Create and set up products in accordance with the company buying policy.Placing orders with suppliers in line with agreed deadlines.Monitor stock levels against sales projections working with the buyer and merchandiser to resolve any issues.Work with the buyer to develop option plans for the website and stores and set up accordingly on the system.Propose Price action and stock movements in accordance with the company policy.Generate and review weekly/quarterly business reports to support the buying process.Assist the buyer with meeting preparation and participate in quarterly buying presentations.Selecting and forecasting against Core Line options.Support the development of the Concept strategy.Respond to and resolve queries from stores and suppliers.Liaise with Training department to support brand training modules in stores.Engage in regular competitor product and price checking.Engage with the Marketing and Operations teams to support GTM plan to drive sales.Merchandising SupportManage cancellations in accordance with company stock targets.Maintain forward order books and wish list in conjunction with the Merchandiser.Work with Merchandise assistant to define product call off requirements.Supplier ManagementManage the order book reconciliation process.Manage and resolve and invoicing queries.Key Requirements:A minimum of Leaving Certificate or equivalentA minimum of 2-3 years Buying or Sales experience in fashion or sports retail, displaying an understanding of fashion trendsProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteThird level qualification in Buying and Business or related disciplineAbout you:Highly organised with robust planning abilityDemonstrate ability to work well in a teamConfident negotiation skillsIllustrate a creative approach to current ways of workingStrong Interpersonal and Communication skills