Inventory & Replenishment Strategist

Academy Sports + Outdoors; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking an inventory and replenishment specialist to maintain accurate inventory positions across channels and ensure products are available to meet customer demand. You will analyze replenishment reports and collaborate with merchandising, distribution centers, and store teams to align with business needs.

The role includes managing purchase orders, overseeing supplier lead times, and maintaining replenishment parameters to keep items flowing efficiently.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years of related experience in inventory management, merchandise planning, or replenishment.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment with strict attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with ability to learn Oracle Retail applications.

Responsibilities

• Support strong supply chain performance by maintaining accurate inventory positions across channels.
• Analyze replenishment reports, identify imbalances, and adjust inventory levels to meet demand.
• Collaborate across merchandising, distribution centers, and store teams to reflect business needs.
• Manage purchase orders, oversee supplier lead times, and maintain replenishment parameters.
• Facilitate store communication and support seasonal and promotional inventory planning.
• Ensure documentation and internal controls are maintained.

Skills

Strong communication

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Oracle Retail

Adaptability

Teamwork

Customer focus

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle Retail

Job description

Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking an inventory and replenishment specialist to maintain accurate inventory positions across channels and ensure products are available to meet customer demand. You will analyze replenishment reports and collaborate with merchandising, distribution centers, and store teams to align with business needs.

The role includes managing purchase orders, overseeing supplier lead times, and maintaining replenishment parameters to keep items flowing efficiently.