Associate Inventory Planner

michaels; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Michaels in Irving, Texas is seeking an Associate Inventory Planner to manage the end-to-end inventory flow for lower complexity categories. The role analyzes data across trends, MOQs, lead times, lifecycles and warehouse capacity to forecast and plan inventory.

The position focuses on forecasting demand, performance analysis, lifecycle management from launch to exit, replenishment adjustments, and collaboration with junior merchants and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in inventory, planning, or retail buying.
• Proven ability to identify trends in sales and inventory data.

Responsibilities

• Forecast and maintain unit demand/sales forecasts for sub-categories.
• Bring historical performance data into cross-functional discussions.
• Manage end-to-end lifecycle for assigned items from launch to exit.
• Adjust replenishment settings based on item roles to optimize stock.
• Act as the primary inventory contact for junior merchants and vendors.

Skills

Forecasting

Data analysis

Inventory planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field

Job description

Support Center - Irving

The Associate Inventory Planner manages the end-to-end inventory flow for lower complexity categories. The ideal candidate can analyze a breadth of data, factoring elements like trends, product lifecycles, minimum order quantities (MOQs), lead times, timing, warehouse capacity, and more to forecast and plan inventory.

Major Activities

• Forecasting: Maintain and improve unit demand/sales forecasts (unconstrained demand) for specific sub-categories.
• Performance Analysis: Bring historical performance data into cross-functional discussions to help shape future assortment decisions.
• Inventory Management: Manage the end-to-end (E2E) lifecycle for assigned items, from initial launch to final exit.
• Tactical Adjustments: Adjust replenishment settings based on item roles (e.g., core vs. seasonal) to optimize stock levels.
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Act as the primary inventory contact for junior-level merchants and vendors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in inventory, planning, or retail buying.
• Proven ability to identify trends in sales and inventory data.

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca . The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com .

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• medical
• dental
• vision coverage
• telemedicine services
• flexible spending accounts
• commuter benefits
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• various voluntary insurance options
• employee discounts
• partner discount programs

For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page. For additional information regarding benefits, visit MIKBenefits.com

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.

Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).

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