The Meat and Food Processing Merchant is a category-specific merchant role responsible for all aspects of food preparation in the outdoors and at home. This positions goals include category strategy and growth planning, product assortment selection, product development, vendor negotiations, promotions and advertisements, sales and inventory data review. This position requires strong analytical, communication and intrapersonal skills. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Works with Divisional Merchandise Manager to develop and execute all aspects of category strategic planning.

Works with Divisional Merchandise Manager and Finance Teams to develop category financial goals.

Works cross-functionally with Retail Operations, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, Analytics and others to achieve category goals.

Organizes and directs review of assortment performance and review of competitive pricing.

Oversees vendor pricing and program negotiations.

Works with vendors to select the right assortment of products for all channels of business (Retail Stores, Internet, Catalog, B2B).

Manages product specifications, works with Product Development team for sourcing, forecasting, etc.

Organizes and directs marketing plans for Proprietary branded products, working with Marketing, Photography, and other teams to execute strategy.

Reviews Sales and Inventory Data to help identify trends, optimize customer service levels, and maximize inventory productivity.

Reviews Sales and Inventory Data to identify slow-moving inventory, overstocks and more.

Responsible for financial planning process, monitoring customer reviews and quality issues, etc.

Oversees all product information submission to Internet production team.

Identifies market trends and develops product and price structure for products within Bass Pro Shops Proprietary Brands.

Develops and selects items for promotional activity (Retail Flyers, Catalogs, Digital Promotions and more).

ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred Degree: BS Degree in Business or related field

Years of experience: 5+ years

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:

Should be comfortable working with numbers and maintaining various spreadsheets and analyze data

Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Computer literacy with strong Micro soft skills

Ability to monitor and identify market trends

Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills

Ability to work and make good decisions even under pressure and still meet deadlines

Ability to maintain and build effective relationships with cross-functional teams and peers

Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Some travel required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regularly walks, sit, stands and performs computer work
Occasionally lifts up to 50lbs.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

Develops strategic direction, goals, plans and policies for an area of responsibility. Sets broad objectives and is accountable for overall results in respective area of responsibility. Authority to make independent decisions on matters of significance. Requires high degree of independent judgment and problem solving of complex problems.

Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Voluntary benefits
401k Retirement Savings
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Bass Pro Cares Fund
And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.

Bass Pro Shops

About Bass Pro Shops

Bass Pro Shops is North America’s premier outdoor and conservation company. Founded in 1972 when Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, today we provide customers with premier destination retail in more than 150 locations across North America. In 2017 Bass Pro Shops acquired Cabela’s to create a “best-of-the-best” experience with superior products, dynamic locations and outstanding customer service. Guided by the visionary leadership of our founder and CEO Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops is making a significant impact in on the future of conservation and the communities we serve. More than 40 years after Johnny began helping people connect with nature through a tiny bait shop, our conservation mission is to inspire people to enjoy, love and conserve the great outdoors. Beyond retail, Bass Pro Shops also operates White River Marine Group, the world’s largest manufacturer of boats, plus award-winning resorts and nature destinations including Big Cedar Lodge, America’s Premier Wilderness Resort. Our passion for connecting people to nature extends to our CLUB program where customers earn points toward free gear and experiences, and a series of not-for-profit conservation attractions.

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