Buyer - Bike

Job Description

Job Description

Adventure is our Culture. Join a team that celebrates a lifestyle as bold as the terrain we love. At Backcountry, we are rooted in adventure, recognition, and wellbeing on and off the mountain. We spotlight employee stories, celebrate milestones, and offer exclusive outdoor perks. Whether you are at HQ, in a retail store, or remote, you will be part of a team that thrives on energy, exploration, and connection.

Reports to : Senior Buyer, Bike

Location : Cottonwood Heights, Utah (Hybrid - 3x/week in-office)

As our Buyer – Bike , you will own the full product assortment strategy across Backcountry, Competitive Cyclist, Steep & Cheap, and our marketplace channels, with direct accountability for gross margin, vendor relationships, and inventory performance in the cycling category.

You will develop and execute seasonal sourcing strategies, negotiate terms with key vendor partners, and translate consumer trend data into compelling, on-brand product stories that drive conversion and customer loyalty. Success at 6–12 months looks like a healthy, well-turned inventory position, stronger vendor partnerships with measurable margin improvement, and a clearly differentiated bike assortment that outperforms category benchmarks.

This is a lean team. You will own a lot, move fast, and make decisions with full end-to-end responsibility.

• Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for bike 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.
• Research trends continuously, 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 and product audits, ensuring compliance with 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 to develop promotions and initiatives that drive brand engagement and revenue growth.
• Share knowledge and best practices with junior buying staff, contributing to a results-oriented, accountable team culture.
• Monitor key KPIs, buying trends, and vendor metrics; use reporting platforms to detect trends and prescribe action plans that maximize profitability.

• 5+ years of buying experience, ideally within cycling retail or a closely related outdoor category.
• Demonstrated record of strategic sourcing, vendor management, and negotiation success with measurable margin outcomes.
• Advanced analytical skills; 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-functional collaboration.
• Deep understanding of the cycling industry, key brands, and evolving consumer preferences.

The people who do best here are builders. They take ownership, move fast, and want to see the direct impact of their work.

• Impact/Visibility: Your buying decisions directly shape the product assortment across four digital channels and influence category performance at scale — your work is visible in the numbers every week.
• Growth/Learning: You will develop deep expertise across vendor strategy, data-driven merchandising, and cross-functional collaboration in a high-velocity e-commerce environment.
• Ownership/Autonomy: You own the bike category end-to-end — from sourcing strategy and vendor negotiations to inventory health and promotional planning — with the trust and latitude to make real decisions.
• 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.

1. Recruiter Screen: A member of our recruiting team will reach out to schedule a 30-minute call to learn about your background, share more about the role and Backcountry, and confirm mutual fit.
2. Hiring Manager Interview: A deeper conversation with the hiring manager focused on your buying experience, sourcing strategy approach, and category knowledge.
3. Skills Assessment: You will complete a short buying or merchandising exercise so we can understand how you approach assortment planning and vendor strategy.
4. Team Interviews: Deep-dive conversations with Backcountry leadership and cross-functional partners focused on your experience, commercial mindset, and collaboration style.
5. In-Person Interview: For finalists, we will invite you to our Cottonwood Heights office to meet the team in person.
6. Reference Checks: Conducted in parallel with the final stages where possible.
7. Offer: We move quickly for the right candidate.

CSC Generation is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The CSC Generation family of brands is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

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.