Buyer, Bike Hard Goods
CSC Generation
- Location
- Cottonwood Heights, UT
- Work style
- Hybrid
- 3 days in office
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 23
- 2 days ago
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About the company
CSC Generation
Venture capital & private equity · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
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.
What you need
- 4–7 years of buying experience.
- Strong, hands-on technical knowledge of bikes, frames, and components — drivetrains, groupsets, brake systems, wheel/tire standards, suspension, cockpit/contact points, frame geometry and material — and the ability to evaluate cross-component and build-kit compatibility.
- Deep understanding of the cycling/outdoor retail market, customer preferences, and industry dynamics.
- Proven experience in inventory management, demand forecasting, and optimizing procurement processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with demonstrated negotiation skills.
- Firm understanding of retail math fundamentals.
- Excellent organizational skills with extreme attention to detail and the ability to prioritize competing tasks.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; strong collaborator.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel; experience with purchasing software and systems.
- Working knowledge of AI tools and their practical application in merchandising workflows (e.g., demand forecasting, assortment planning, trend analysis, or reporting).
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- E-commerce and/or bike industry buying experience.
- Genuine passion for cycling and a deep interest in the products we offer.
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Perks
- exclusive outdoor perks
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