Merchandise Planner: Data-Driven Inventory & Growth

Academy Sports and Outdoors; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking an analytics-focused professional to support the buying organization in achieving sales, profit and inventory goals in Katy, TX. You will develop item-level plans, analyze performance, and drive smarter inventory decisions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5+ years in retail planning/analysis with strong Excel/BI skills. A fast-paced environment and collaborative team work are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• 5+ years of related work experience in retail planning or analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to solve problems and develop solutions.
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, changing environment with attention to detail.
• Solid knowledge of retail math and planning concepts; proficient with planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Support buying organization to hit sales, profit, and inventory goals.
• Build class and subclass insights, create item-level plans, reconcile assortment plans with financial targets.
• Maintain open-to-buy, monitor trends, and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Collaborate with replenishment, buyers, and planning managers to align financial plans.
• Generate insights using planning systems and reporting tools for vendor discussions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Retail math knowledge

Microsoft Office

Oracle

SAS

Presentation skills

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

SAS

Job description

Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking an analytics-focused professional to support the buying organization in achieving sales, profit and inventory goals in Katy, TX. You will develop item-level plans, analyze performance, and drive smarter inventory decisions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5+ years in retail planning/analysis with strong Excel/BI skills. A fast-paced environment and collaborative team work are essential.