Merchandising Trainee Program

Join DICK'S Sporting Goods TeamAt DICK'S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world's greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!Assignments include:Assistant Inventory Planner (Allocations and Replenishment) - Develop a skill-set that allows for accurate execution and optimization of available systems to ensure the right product, gets to the right store, at the right time.Buying - Gain insight on how a department level strategy is built, an assortment is chosen to support the strategy (including the private brands) and how these align to meet the financial expectations.Supply Chain - Create foundational knowledge of inventory flow paths, timing to market, and internal processes through the distribution network.Planning - Enhance financial and business acumen through assessing business results and reacting accordingly.Product Development - Understand the processes used to develop internal brands and productseCommerce - Gain baseline knowledge of how to leverage Omni-channel analytics, channels of distribution, and customer facing platform to maximize business results.Stores - Gain insight into our consumer base, the products and services that differentiate us from the competition and define how actions taken at the SSC impact our field associatesIn addition to your assignment-specific training, you will also have the opportunity to take part in the Professional Development Series offered exclusively to Merchandising Trainees. This series will include various opportunities to develop your professional skills and retail knowledge including; Functional Overviews of various departments at DSG, intensive Excel training, the creation of an Individual Development Plan to help you identify and maximize your strengths, as well as many other developmental offerings. Key program experiences:Analyzing of multiple data points to make recommendations to help drive three key business metrics; sales, gross margin, and inventory turnoverBuilding strong collaborative relationships with our vendor partners, store teams and fellow associatesPartnership with fellow associates in all merchandising groups, product development, sourcing, eCommerce, supply chain, visual merchandising, marketing, and stores to deliver a great customer experienceMake data-driven recommendations on the product assortment available to our customers both in our stores and through our online portalSupport and formal mentorship from both peers and director-level or above associatesA strong business and mentor relationship with the Program ManagersInteraction with associates across all levels of the company, including Senior ExecutivesAt the conclusion of the program, trainees will be placed as an Assistant Inventory Planner or Assistant BuyerStart Date: February or June 2027 (start date will be determined based on the candidate's expected graduation date).Qualifications:Graduation date of Winter 2026 or Spring 2027 or 1-2 years post-gradBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Management or other related business or retail major from an accredited college or universityGPA of 3.2 or betterAn interest and confidence in working with data and numbers; strong mathematical/quantitative skills highly preferredA curiosity and desire to learn about consumer and retail trends, including customer demographics, purchasing influencers and emerging technologyDemonstrated leadership skills and ability to independently make data-driven recommendationsAbility to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environmentWillingness to relocate to Pittsburgh, PAVirtual Requirements:Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.If you have any questions or need accommodations, we're here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!