At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country — but what truly sets us apart is our people. We’re a passionate, purpose-driven team that’s as committed to each other as we are to our customers.
We’ve spent over 80 years building a culture that puts people first. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member’s journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun.
Here, you won’t just help customers gear up for their next adventure — you’ll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun can’t lose!
Support multiple buyers and assistant buyers by keeping purchase orders, item data, and key details accurate and up to date. Every day brings a mix of entering, revising, and tracking import and domestic purchase orders while meeting department, vendor, seasonal, and import deadlines. This role is fast-paced and detail-heavy, and your work makes sure the right products are set up correctly and ready to move.
You'll handle UPC retrieval and maintenance, item setup for import, domestic, and private label products, and creation and revision of item and location lists. Maintaining accurate cost information and supporting item cost changes keeps our systems aligned with business decisions. You'll also support the team with expense report processing and other administrative tasks that keep the merchant organization running smoothly.
Work closely with multiple Buyers and Assistant Buyers, acting as a key support partner for day-to-day merchandising operations. Frequent touchpoints with merchant teammates help you stay aligned on priorities, deadlines, and assortment needs. Strong working relationships make it easier to anticipate needs and remove roadblocks.
In this role, you also interact with vendors and cross-functional partners as needed to ensure item and purchase order data are accurate and complete. Collaboration with internal stakeholders helps keep Retail Merchandising System (RMS) information current and reliable. Your professionalism and clear communication help build trust with all levels of the organization.
Bring your energy, your ideas, and your love for sports and the outdoors.
High school diploma or equivalent
Associate’s degree in business administration or a similar field of study preferred
1+ years of merchant support and/or retail experience preferred
Ability to stay organized, pay close attention to detail, and meet critical deadlines in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Strong time management skills with experience managing multiple projects and a large volume of work
Self-motivated, with the ability to meet and exceed role expectations under minimal direction and supervision
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with individuals at various levels, both internal and external
A team-first attitude; while your core duties are your priority, you're happy to step in wherever you're needed
Ability to work within department, vendor, seasonal, and import deadlines
Comfort working in a high-volume environment with shifting priorities and timelines
Flexibility to work weekends as required
Regular in-office attendance is required
Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
Ability to adhere to company policies and professional standards
Coordination, Customer Relations, Analysis, Process Improvement, Operations
Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.
At Academy Sports + Outdoors, we believe in the power of fun. And we believe in helping our customers have more of it. With a wide assortment of sporting and outdoors gear, Academy offers the best brands under one roof — curated to make the most of every budget. Day in and day out, our 20,000+ Team Members bring a sense of adventure, energy, and passion to work. Understanding our people and the things that matter to them has been at the core of Academy culture for over 80 years. We take pride in creating a workplace that values hard work, commitment, growth, and of course, FUN.
Academy — headquartered in Katy, TX, a suburb of Houston — is one of the nation’s largest sporting goods and outdoor stores. We offer a broad assortment of quality hunting, fishing, and camping equipment and gear, as well as sports and leisure products, footwear, apparel, and much more.
Originally founded in 1938 as a family business in Texas, Academy has grown to a wide network of 301 stores across 21 states as of March 7, 2025.
Looking to join our team? Search available opportunities today: careers.academy.com
