Merchandise Planner/Buyer Intern

Little League® International Merchandise Planner/Buyer Internship - Summer 2025 Do you want to experience the satisfaction of helping design or recommend clothes that will be sold to thousands of fans? Little League® Internationalof Williamsport, Pennsylvania, is seeking a qualified junior or senior to join Little League's merchandise team during the Summer of 2025 at Headquarters in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. This internship helps support and assist the merchandising department in various areas of retail planning and buying prior to the Little League World Series. Successful candidates will aid with retail planning and buying, product displays, merchandising, and inventory control to maximize retail sales, revenue, and operational efficiencies while assuring a quality fan and customer experience. The internship will run from approximately May to August and the hours typically follow normal business hours, Monday - Friday, earning $15 per hour for up to 35 hours per week. Acceptance into the internship is contingent on all applicable background checks. The preferred fields of study include Buying, Merchandising, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, Retail Management, Business, Sports Management, or related fields. ABOUT LITTLE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL Located in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania, we are the administrative and operational headquarters for Little League Baseball and Softball, the leading nonprofit youth sports organization with 80+ years of history supporting youth baseball and softball. Little League® is played in approximately 6,500 communities across more than 80 countries around the world. We believe in the power of youth baseball and softball to teach life lessons that build stronger individuals and communities. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN MERCHANDISE PLANNER INTERN AT LITTLE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL Our internship program provides a hands-on learning experience with one of the world's most visible sporting events. This position provides the opportunity to learn retail management/buying and planning including point of sale data entry, learning about pricing strategies & mark ups based on cost and contributing to the design element for World Series merchandise while assuring a quality fan and customer experience. DUTIES MAY INCLUDE : Work with Buyer to help develop allocation plans which support the departmental goals to increase sales. Aid with point-of-sale and e-commerce product preparation Work with world-class vendors whose brands you will recognize! Understand the ordering timeline and open-to-buy process while working with vendors' specifications. Research products and markets for competitive knowledge and latest trends/designs and make recommendations on product. Recommend which products should be featured in advertising. Work in MS Office, specifically Excel and learn inventory management software. Contribute to design work adhering to the Little League® brand guidelines such as logos, colors, etc. Assist retail staff with other duties as needed including customer service & inventory management including stock work and store maintenance The job may require lifting boxes that weigh up to 40 lbs., bending, stooping, standing, and standing for long periods of time as well as sitting for long periods of time at a desk in an office environment. Communicate details of incoming merchandise to the purchasing department Create reference packets of merchandise for all locations Work as a lead for the World Series Assist in executing floor plan set ups QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN MERCHANDISE PLANNER INTERN: College student with preferred fields of study include Buying, Merchandising, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, Retail Management, Business, Sports Management, or related fields. Previous retail experience with excellent customer service. Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to successfully prioritize and manage multiple tasks. Ability to work well independently within a team and service-oriented environment. Attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to work in an office/retail/warehouse setting. Proficient computer skills with the ability to use MS Office, specifically Excel, point-of-sale systems, and job-specific platforms i.e. inventory management software. Excellent communication skills, positive attitude, and strong work ethic Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and commitment to providing outstanding service. Customer-focused work style with internal personnel and external customers Physical ability to lift 40 lbs. Ability to stand/walk/sit for long periods of time. Ability to use Adobe platforms or photoshop to help with design work preferred but will teach! DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE STARTS HERE - ALL ARE WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED TO APPLY ! We are dedicated in providing a diverse, accepting, and supportive work environment that holds all employees to the highest standards of conduct, integrity, inclusiveness, respect, and engagement. We strive to transform our organization into a place where employees work, thrive, and grow while supporting our collective and individual successes. Little League International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome underrepresented minorities to apply! Job Questions: Are you able to work in-person or move within commuting distance of Williamsport, PA (17701) for this internship? Please explain in detail any retail experience you may have Please list and provide examples of software that you have or currently using. Describe how you keep up with latest trends in the retail industry?

Created: 2024-11-05