Merchandising Trainee – Retail Merchandising Operations

Job Description

Merchandising Trainee Program | DICK’S Sporting Goods

The Tone:
This is a full-time trainee program at DICK’S Sporting Goods, located in Pittsburgh, PA. DICK’S Sporting Goods believes in the positive impact sports have on lives, building an organization dedicated to equipping athletes and fostering confidence. This role is critical for developing future leaders who will contribute to delivering exceptional customer experiences and make a significant difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Pittsburgh, PA

• Team: Merchandising Team
• Mission: Optimize product flow and financial performance to ensure the right product reaches customers at the right time.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Optimize Product Flow: Develop skills for accurate product allocation and replenishment to ensure items reach the correct stores on time.
• Shape Assortment Strategy: Gain insight into building department-level strategies and selecting product assortments, including private brands, to align with financial goals.
• Analyze Business Performance: Enhance financial and business acumen by assessing results and reacting with data-driven recommendations to drive sales, gross margin, and inventory turnover.
• Develop Internal Brands: Understand the processes used to develop internal brands and products from conception to market.
• Drive Omni-channel Results: Acquire baseline knowledge of leveraging Omni-channel analytics, distribution channels, and customer-facing platforms to maximize business outcomes.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Management, or other related business or retail major from an accredited college or university. Entry-level position for individuals graduating Winter 2026 or Spring 2027, or 1-2 years post-graduation.
• Experience: Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to independently make data-driven recommendations.
• Skills: Strong mathematical and quantitative skills, ability to analyze multiple data points, curiosity about consumer and retail trends, and ability to build strong collaborative relationships.
• Bonus: A GPA of 3.2 or better, willingness to relocate to Pittsburgh, PA.