Inventory Operations Analyst

DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.; Petaluma Center (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DICK'S Sporting Goods is seeking a team member for daily operations focusing on inventory accuracy and support across stores. The role involves resolving complex inventory issues, aiding store and field teams, and handling inventory-related inquiries to ensure timely resolutions.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree with 3–5 years of experience. This position emphasizes attention to detail, process compliance, and collaboration across departments to support financial close and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex inventory issues to ensure accuracy of on-hand inventory position.
• Support store/field teams with inventory movement and receiving applications.
• Manage inquiries from field and business partners in inventory support mailboxes.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

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. If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team,

OVERVIEW:

Daily Operations including:

• Resolve complex inventory related issues to ensure the accuracy of the company’s on-hand inventory position.
• Support store/field teams as well as other business partners with inventory movement and receiving applications.
• Manage and track questions and issues from field and business partners in the inventory support mailboxes to ensure timely resolution and responses.
• Manage key tasks including inventory adjustments, Cost Adjustments, Average Cost Reviews, Dropship PO Exceptions, Aged Store to Store transfers, and DC shipments.
• Support and participate in RFID related tasks, including store visits/audits, adjustment processing, and reporting.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly balancing of key processes to ensure compliance and accuracy for financial monthly close.
• Participate in the inventory management of Licensed Merchandise Hot Market Events, including MLB, NBA, NHL, NFL, Collegiate Athletics, and others as needed.
• Present metrics and address questions in monthly department score card meetings.
• Review processes and tasks regularly to identify potential efficiency opportunities.
• Support the supervisor and manager on the team as needed.

Physical Inventory Cycle tasks including:

• Total reconciliation and posting ownership over a select number of stores for each physical inventory cycle.
• Address all store/field issues, questions, etc. related to assigned physical inventory stores.
• Identify, process, track, and balance all “During Adjustments” including, but not limited to:
  • PI Common Issues
  • Open Transfers & Shipments
  • Duplicate Transfers & Claims
  • Invalid UPCs
  • OAR Variances
  • Over Received Pos
• Special projects & analysis as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree 3 - 5 years experience

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!

ACHIEVING SUCCESS AT DICK’S SPORTING GOODS

Everything we do is focused on helping athletes achieve their dreams. Accomplishing this takes a team of people committed to being their best. That means learning, growing, advancing and exploring new experiences. Advancing in our career is much like a climbing wall; it isn't always a vertical path. Climbers plan their path, make moves in every direction and reach further. Whatever direction you want to explore, we encourage you to be brave, curious and hungry for new experiences. We are the athletes, the coaches, the energy in the stands, and the fans that fill them. The referees that call the games and the neighbor that can’t wait until the next one. The sports enthusiasts that wake up and strive to reach our personal best. We are DICK’S Sporting Goods – a community united by our passion for sport, standing together in our pursuit of our best.

What we bring to the game is what we believe will change it. By upholding the values that strengthen our performance, fosters collaboration, and ignites our desire to win, we actively demonstrate the impact and change we inspire when we work as one.