Sports & Leisure is a dynamic sector covering sports brands, fitness, recreation, leisure, sporting goods, events and customer experiences. Careers combine commercial awareness, product knowledge, customer engagement and a passion for sport and active lifestyles.
Sports & Leisure is a dynamic sector covering sports brands, fitness, recreation, leisure, sporting goods, events and customer experiences. Careers combine commercial awareness, product knowledge, customer engagement and a passion for sport and active lifestyles.
Understanding customer needs and providing knowledgeable advice.
Understanding sports equipment, apparel, footwear and leisure products.
Selecting ranges and managing stock, pricing and availability.
Supporting sales targets and identifying opportunities for growth.
Monitoring changes in sports participation, fashion and consumer behaviour.
Communicating brand values and creating engaging customer experiences.
Supporting online product presentation, digital trading and customer journeys.
Supporting sporting events, activations and community engagement.
Figures are indicative and vary with experience, employer and location.
Professionals can specialise in Sports Retail, Buying, Merchandising, Product Development, Marketing, Ecommerce, Sales, Category Management or Brand Management.
Progression can lead to Senior Sales Advisor, Buyer, Merchandiser, Product Developer, Category Manager, Brand Manager or Retail Manager roles.
At senior level, opportunities include Head of Sports, Commercial Director, Retail Director, Brand Director or Managing Director positions.
There are opportunities across sports brands, sporting goods retailers, fitness businesses, leisure centres, gyms, events companies and specialist retailers.
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