Assistant Inventory Planner - NBA/WNBA

DICK'S Sporting Goods; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DICK'S Sporting Goods is seeking an Assistant Inventory Planner to help implement allocation and replenishment strategies. You will support inventory levels to meet financial goals, ensure correct assortments for new stores, and collaborate with Merchants and Planners to optimize stock and regional needs.

The role emphasizes data accuracy, cross-functional teamwork, and timely actions to maintain optimal in-store availability and merchandising performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 1–3 years of related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• JDA Allocations and/or JDA Fulfillment experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Allocate bulk PO using Allocations system and place weekly replenishment orders.
• Maintain inventory levels by store to support sales, margins and turns.
• Partner with Inventory Planner/AR Manager on allocation and replenishment strategies.
• Review instock reports and address issues with Inventory Planner/AR Manager promptly.
• Analyze and communicate product, size, and color inventory needs.
• Execute new store plans with correct assortment and levels.
• Perform inventory re-balancing opportunities as needed.
• Address store merchandise needs and relay higher level inventory needs to the Inventory Planner/AR Manager.
• Manage item eligibility through ITEL to ensure proper assortment and instock reporting.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Verbal communication

Customer-service oriented

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Team player

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Process oriented

Numerical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

JDA Allocations

JDA Fulfillment

Job description

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

Overview

The Assistant Inventory Planner will assist with the implementation and execution of Allocation and/or Replenishment strategies set by the A/R Managers and Inventory Planners, with buy-in from Merchandise Planners and Merchants, for our less complex businesses. (Provide critical input into determining how to most effectively utilize our inventory to support merchandise plan, advertising, regional, and competitive initiatives.) They maintain appropriate inventory levels in stores to support financial goals, advertising initiatives and regional needs and ensure that new stores open with the correct assortments and appropriate inventory levels as determined by the new store plan.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Allocate bulk purchase orders using the Allocations system. Place weekly replenishment purchase orders.
• Maintain proper inventory levels by store location to support sales, margin and turn goals.
• Partner with Inventory Planner/AR Manager to implement and execute merchandise allocation and replenishment buy strategies.
• Review regular instock reporting for key and advertised items. Partner with Inventory Planner/AR Manager to determine actions to correct instock issues in a timely manner.
• Analyze and communicate product, size, and color inventory needs to Inventory Planner/AR Manager.
• Execute new store plans and ensure new stores open with the correct assortment and appropriate inventory levels.
• Execute inventory re-balancing opportunities as necessary.
• Research and respond to store merchandise needs and wants. Communicate higher level inventory needs to the Inventory Planner/AR Manager.
• Understand and manage item eligibility through the Item Eligibility (ITEL) application. Ensure proper assortment within allocation systems and instock reporting based on climate, rationality, seasonality, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 1-3 years of experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong emphasis in Excel
• JDA Allocations and/or JDA Fulfillment experience a plus
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Customer-service oriented
• Self-motivated and results oriented
• Problem solving & troubleshooting capabilities
• Execution skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong detail orientation
• Superior organizational abilities
• Process & procedure oriented
• Strong verbal and mathematical skills

Virtual Requirements

At DICK’S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.

• Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.
• AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.
• Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.

If you have any questions or need accommodations, we’re here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!