Assistant Retail Buyer Bandon Dunes Golf Resort

Bandon, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Bandon Dunes draws golfers from across the country and the world for an experience theyll talk about for years. Our retail team is part of that story and we want an Assistant Buyer who understands that the work behind the scenes matters just as much as what ends up on the shelf. Youll analyze sales trends evaluate vendor performance and help the buying team make smart data-backed decisions across all resort retail locations. If you like finding the signal in the numbers and seeing your recommendations actually land this is a role worth looking at.

About Bandon Dunes Golf Resort:

Bandon Dunes is a world-class golf resort located on the Oregon Coast near the charming community of Bandon. Guests come to experience golf as it was meant to be at Bandon Dunes six distinct golf courses. That includes five 18-hole courses which all rank among the top 16 public courses in the United States according to Golf Digest. The resort is also home to an award-winning par-3 course Bandon Preserve and the new Shortys. The two short courses are Courses with a Mission with all net proceeds funding the Bandon Dunes Charitable Foundation. The Foundation supports communities along the South Coast of Oregon.

Beyond premier golf guests delight in various dining options at Bandon Dunes collection of restaurants. Whether youre looking to enjoy locally-sourced Pacific-Northwest cuisine accompanied by an award-winning wine list or prefer kicking back in a Scottish-style setting with traditional pub fare and local microbrews there is something for everyone.

Working at Bandon Dunes is a dream for golf fans outdoor enthusiasts and hospitality professionals alike. The Bandon Dunes team works together to create trips of a lifetime for our guests. We are passionate stewards of our resort our community and our environment. As an endlessly curious group we ask questions share ideas and always look for a better way. With a hard-working attitude we help guide our guests through their pure golf experience immersed in Oregons natural beauty and away from the demands of daily life.

What Youll Do:

Turn sales data into action. Youll produce and analyze daily sales and vendor sell-through reports identify trends and make clear recommendations to the buying team whether that means chasing more inventory or pulling back on an underperformer.
Keep inventory reporting sharp. Youll generate monthly inventory reports by outlet and category maintain ongoing category-level sales tracking and flag adjustments needed to stay aligned with established KPIs.
Support smart buying decisions. Youll help develop merchandising programs contribute to floor plan layouts and display strategies across all retail locations and assist with open-to-buy tracking to make sure purchasing stays within budget.
Evaluate vendor performance. Youll compile and analyze vendor sales reports identify opportunities to grow or consolidate relationships and support vendor communication around product results and future buying opportunities.
Get out on the floor. Youll regularly spend time in our resort retail locations talking with store teams and observing guest behavior firsthand. What you learn there will inform better buying and merchandising decisions.
Stay current on the industry. Youll keep up with trends in golf and lifestyle retail through publications trade associations and merchandising events and bring that perspective to the buying team.
Collaborate across the retail team. Youll work cross-functionally with the Group Merchandise Manager internet site team and store operations staff to align on assortment promotions and inventory flow.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

You have hands-on retail experience. One to three years in retail buying merchandising or data analytics gives you the foundation for this role. Golf industry or lifestyle retail experience is a strong plus.
Youre comfortable digging into data. Excel is your go-to and you can move from raw numbers to clear recommendations without getting lost in the weeds. Experience with POS systems and retail reporting platforms is a plus.
You communicate clearly. Whether youre talking with a vendor presenting findings to leadership or partnering with a store team you know how to share information in a way that actually moves things forward.
You stay organized under pressure. Seasonal peaks and competing priorities dont rattle you. Youre detail-oriented manage your workload well and follow through.
You genuinely care about the guest experience. You understand that great retail is part of what makes a guests stay memorable and you bring that mindset to the work. A background or passion in golf or lifestyle retail goes a long way here.

Perks and Benefits For Full Time Employees:

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy a well-rounded benefits package that covers your health wellness and financial future.
Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to relax and recharge with our PTO plan.
Free Golf Privileges: Tee off at some of the most iconic courses in the world with complimentary golf access.
Quarterly Incentives: When our team meets resort-wide performance goals we get rewarded.
Complimentary Lunch: Stay energized with a complimentary lunch in our Staff Cafe during your shift.
Resort Discounts: Save on dining and merchandise throughout the resort.
Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that supports your growth and success with opportunities to thrive in a collaborative atmosphere.
Career Growth: Take advantage of continuous training and development opportunities to advance your career.

If youre someone who gets satisfaction from spotting a trend before it becomes obvious and you want to apply that instinct in one of golfs most celebrated settings wed like to hear from you. This role reports to our Director of Retail and gives you real influence over the products that land in the hands of guests who travel from across the country and the world for an experience theyll never forget.

At Bandon Dunes Golf Resort we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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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.

Required Experience:

Junior IC