Assistant Inventory Planner - NBA/WNBA

Dick's Sporting Goods; McAlisters Crossroads (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

DICK'S Sporting Goods in the United States is seeking an Assistant Inventory Planner to support allocation and replenishment strategies. You will help maintain optimal store inventory levels to meet financial goals, open new stores with appropriate assortments, and coordinate with Merchandising and AR Managers to execute merchandise plans.

You will allocate purchase orders, monitor in-stock reporting, analyze inventory needs by product line, and assist with re-balancing opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 1–3 years of experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with JDA Allocations or JDA Fulfillment is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer-service orientation.
• Self-motivated and results-driven.
• Ability to work in a team and manage details.

Responsibilities

• Allocate bulk purchase orders and place weekly replenishment orders.
• Maintain store-level inventory levels to support goals.
• Collaborate with AR Manager to implement allocation and replenishment strategies.
• Review stock reports and address instock issues promptly.
• Analyze product, size, and color inventory needs.
• Ensure new stores open with correct assortments.
• Execute inventory re-balancing opportunities.
• Communicate store merchandise needs to the Inventory Planner.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer-service oriented

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Execution skills

Verbal and mathematical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

JDA Allocations

JDA Fulfillment

Excel

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.

To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:

• 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!