Buyer - Outdoor

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for outdoor products to ensure a diverse, high-quality merchandise assortment aligned with financial targets.
• Build and nurture strategic relationships with vendors, negotiate pricing, terms, and key buys to maximize gross margin and support differentiated product stories.
• Consistently research trends, partner with merchandising, and curate compelling, on-brand product offerings that drive customer engagement.
• Secure advantageous pricing and volume discounts while upholding competitive customer pricing and profitability targets.
• Manage inventory levels and stock health; collaborate with planning for optimal turns, minimal stockouts, and efficient management of excess inventory.
• Lead quality standard enforcement and regular supplier/product audits, guaranteeing compliance with both company and customer expectations.
• Leverage sales data, trend analysis, and consumer analytics to forecast demand and develop data-driven procurement plans.
• Partner with Planning on seasonal budgets, forecasting, and KPI reporting to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Creative, and Operations, developing promotions and initiatives that drive brand engagement and revenue growth.
• Mentor and support junior buying staff, fostering accountability, professional development, and a results-oriented culture.
• Monitor key KPIs, buying trends, and vendor metrics; utilize reporting platforms to detect trends and prescribe action plans to maximize profitability.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred; Master's degree a plus.
• 3-5 years' buying experience, ideally within outdoor retail or a closely related area, with a demonstrated record of strategic sourcing and vendor management success.
• Proven negotiation acumen and familiarity with outdoor industry trends and consumer preferences.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities; fluency in Excel and experience with purchasing, planning, and reporting systems.
• Strong inventory management background and proficiency with procurement software and demand forecasting tools.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills for both vendor and cross-team collaboration.
• Results-oriented work style with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management.
• Genuine enthusiasm for the outdoor industry and deep understanding of key brands, trends, and consumer behavior.

• Executive Access: Work directly with brand CEOs and senior leadership, solving real business problems and earning mentorship from top operators.
• AI-First Skill Building: Get hands-on with the most advanced AI tools in the market. From automation to prompt engineering, you’ll build a modern tech stack that sets you apart in any industry.
• Accelerated Career Path: High performers are quickly entrusted with greater responsibility, new challenges, and leadership opportunities across our portfolio of brands.
• Competitive benefits: Paid time off policies, 401(k)/RRSP match, medical/dental/vision and a variety of supplemental policies, and employee discounts at our portfolio companies

• \uD83D\uDCDE Step 1: If you align with our vision and meet the qualifications, we’ll reach out to schedule a conversation and introduce Backcountry.
• \uD83E\uDDE0 Step 2: You’ll complete a short AI or product-building challenge so we can understand how you approach problems and execution.
• \uD83D\uDCAC Step 3: Participate in deep-dive interviews with Backcountry leadership focused on your experience, product mindset, and operational thinking.
• \uD83D\uDCE9 Step 4: Offer. We’ll move fast for the right candidate.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.