Inventory Planner - Forecast, Optimize Stock & Lifecycle

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

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.