Athletics

Athletics

Head of Retail

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 54 days ago
StatisticsBusiness DevelopmentNegotiationLeadershipCommunicationMentoring

About the role

  • They have a rich history, having won nine World Series championships and 15 American League pennants.
  • In addition to their success on the field, the A's also have a positive and dynamic work culture.
  • They have been recognized twice as the Front Office Sports, Best Employers in Sports.

Responsibilities

  • Incorporate trends in sports, culture, and fashion into an innovative retail strategy that drives brand value
  • Develop retail strategies based on market trends to identify growth areas and reach diverse consumer demographics
  • Oversee the build-out of ballpark stores that will shape the in-venue retail experience
  • Develop and execute a localized retail distribution strategy in the Las Vegas market during the interim period, expanding brand presence and driving revenue through strategic partnerships and alternative channels
  • Identify new product opportunities, categories, and collaborations to drive incremental sales
  • Leverage data and fan insights to optimize assortment, pricing, and promotions
  • Partner cross-functionally with ticketing, sponsorship, and marketing to align retail strategy with overall revenue generation, brand storytelling, and fan experience initiatives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure merchandise reflects Club identity and organizational objectives
  • Manage executive-level relationships, ensuring alignment on goals, KPIs, and brand standards
  • Serve as the primary liaison between Club and potential external retail partners

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in retail and/or merchandising, with a strong preference for experience in sports or entertainment
  • Experience creating and leveraging an apparel strategy to shape brand identity and reputation
  • Excellent business and financial acumen, with a track record of driving innovation and top- and bottom-line growth
  • Strong analytical skills with an ability to extract actionable insights from consumer data
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment

Nice to have

  • Passion for sports and fan engagement preferred

Skills

  • Social Impact & Belonging are in our organizational DNA.
  • Our commitment to these values is unwavering - on and off the field.

Benefits

  • The Head of Retail will lead the ideation and execution of the A's retail and merchandise vision, shaping the fan shopping experience, creating alignment with the Club's brand, and driving profitability.
  • Shape a refreshed vision for the A's retail presence in Las Vegas through targeted product offerings

Company info

  • The A's are a baseball team founded in 1901.
  • The A's are known for pioneering the "Moneyball" approach to team-building, which focuses on using statistical analysis to identify undervalued players.
  • The A's are defined by their core pillars of being Dynamic, Innovative, and Inclusive.
  • Working for the A's offers the opportunity to be part of an innovative organization that values its employees and strives to create a positive work environment.

Equal opportunity

  • Consideration:
  • We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Partner cross-functionally with ticketing, sponsorship, and marketing to align retail strategy with overall revenue generation, brand storytelling, and fan experience initiatives.
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