Merchandise Planner - Clearance & Lifecycle

Dick's Merch & Supply Chain, Inc; Petaluma Center (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DICK’S Sporting Goods in Petaluma, CA is seeking a Merchandise Planner to drive omni-channel plans that maximize sales, margin, turn and GMROI while aligning item plans with financial targets. You will partner with buyers and vendors to forecast demand, develop assortment plans, monitor performance and adjust strategies in-season to protect profitability and inventory productivity.

Strong analytical skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience in merchandising planning are required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field; 5–7 years of experience including 3+ years in planning or related merchandising.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Develop Omni Channel department financial plans aligned with department and company goals.
• Develop assortment plans with buyers aligning item plans to financial plans.
• Analyze assortment plans to identify gaps or opportunities affecting the financial plan.
• Collaborate with internal/external partners to ensure plans are delivered in-season and optimize sales and GMROI.
• Analyze business performance to identify opportunities in Sales, Margin and Turnover; adjust as needed.
• Include ad hoc analysis and in-season forecasting to set inventory levels for profitability.
• Summarize analysis and communicate strategies to management; influence partners with sound recommendations.
• Coordinate with vendors to align sales and forecasted demand; identify gaps and maximize inventory productivity.

Skills

Forecasting & Planning

Business Analysis

Merchandising Collaboration

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Related Field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

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

The Merchandise Planner drives decisions & strategies that will deliver and maximize sales, margin, turn and GMROI goals and contributes to achieving best in class planning and merchandising team that will accomplish company and departmental goals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops Omni Channel department financial plans that align with strategic goals of the department and company.
• Develops Assortment plans in conjunction with buyer that align item plans to financial plans.
• Analyzes assortment plan to identify assortment gaps or potential opportunities or liabilities to the financial plan.
• Partner with the internal and external business partners to ensure we are delivering our plans in season, course correcting when necessary to ensure we are driving sales and GM while managing our inventory.
• Analyzes business performance to identify opportunities in Sales, Margin and Turnover to meet or exceed plan.
• Includes ad hoc analysis and in-season category and item level forecasting to establish inventory levels that drive sales and profitability.
• Communicates strategies to management by effectively summarizing analysis.
• Influence business partners by presenting sound analysis and impacts to the overall business.
• Communicates and collaborates with vendors in order to align on sales and receipt forecasts to ensure vendors can support forecasted demand.
• Identify potential variances and develop and communicate strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
• Partners with merchandise analysts to ensure Omni channel allocation strategy aligns with overall inventory flow strategy.
• Identify any gaps and develop strategies to maximize inventory productivity.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Business Related field, Business Management, Retail, Finance Experience Requirement 5 - 7 Years of experience, including 3+ years of planning or related merchandising experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

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.