Inventory Planner: Allocation & Replenishment

DICK'S Sporting Goods; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DICK’S Sporting Goods is seeking an Associate Inventory Planner to support allocation and replenishment strategies across mid-level businesses. You will ensure optimal inventory levels by store, align with the merchandise plan, and support new store openings with correct assortments.

You will collaborate with AR Managers, Merchants, and Buyers, manage inventory forecasts, and drive data-driven decisions to improve in-stock and turnover.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 3-5 years of experience, including 2+ years in merchandise allocations and/or planning.
• Advanced Excel skills (Vlookups, pivot tables, formulas).
• JDA Allocations and/or E3 experience required.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Training experience required.
• Strong communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Allocate bulk purchase orders using the Allocations system and place replenishment orders.
• Maintain inventory levels by store to support sales, margin, and turn goals.
• Collaborate with AR Manager and Buyers on allocation and replenishment strategies.
• Review stock reports and address in-stock issues promptly.
• Use system knowledge to optimize omni-channel customer experience.
• Lead meetings with Buyers and Merchants on item flow and plans.
• Assist in cluster creation and store-specific inventory planning.
• Mentor interns and trainees in merchandising processes.
• Ensure assortment alignment through ITEL and other tools.
• Provide分析 on product, size, color, regional inventory needs and lead time.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Training experience

Communication skills

Mathematical ability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

JDA Allocations

E3

Job description

DICK’S Sporting Goods is seeking an Associate Inventory Planner to support allocation and replenishment strategies across mid-level businesses. You will ensure optimal inventory levels by store, align with the merchandise plan, and support new store openings with correct assortments.

You will collaborate with AR Managers, Merchants, and Buyers, manage inventory forecasts, and drive data-driven decisions to improve in-stock and turnover.