Sr. Logistics Planner

Footlocker; Junction City (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage

401(k) | Roth 401(k)

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Opportunities for Advancement

Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified C​

Strong Company Culture

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Foot Locker is seeking a Sr. Logistics Planner in Junction City to plan and move goods through NA Distribution Centers, becoming a decision-maker to meet receipt goals and advising on process improvements.

You will partner with Order Planning and Operations to drive efficiency, and be involved in cross-functional projects within the NA Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain/Logistics, Data Analytics, or Finance/Accounting
• Experience building reports and analyzing data in Excel and Power BI; WM systems experience (Manhattan preferred)
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Curious with a drive to understand "why"
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects alongside daily tasks

Responsibilities

• Provide timely follow-up to the Order Planning Management team on issues affecting freight flow
• Produce the Junction City Daily Inbound Work List balancing priorities, free time expiry, flow of freight, and throughput
• Establish strong working relationships with internal and external partners for mutual success
• Demonstrate ability to work on teams or independently with minimal supervision and strong analytical thinking
• Understand operational flow across distribution centers and assist with receipt issues
• Support initiatives to enhance the North America Supply Chain network and align processes

Skills

Distribution planning

Data analytics

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain/Logistics, Data Analytics, and/or Finance/Accounting

Tools

Power BI

Excel

WM (Warehouse Management) systems

Manhattan

SQL

Python

Job description

Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we're rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.

As part of the DICK'S Sporting Goods family, you're backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We're looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what's next.

Whether you're building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you'll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands' impact in the communities we serve.

Come change the game with us.

The Sr. Logistics Planner helps plan and facilitate the movement of goods through our North America Distribution Centers. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to be a true decision maker on how to move products most efficiently to meet the NA Supply Chain receipt goals. This includes advising the Order Planning Management and Operational teams on broad process improvement opportunities as well as providing technical expertise. You will work collaboratively with department leaders and cross-functional partners to deliver and execute the NA Supply Chain goals and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely follow-up to the Order Planning Management team, Merchant team, Sr. Director of Operations, Sr. Manager of Planning, and VP of Operations on issues affecting freight flow
• Produce the Junction City Daily Inbound Work List by balancing Divisional priorities, free time expiry, optimum flow of freight, and throughput capabilities
• Establish strong working relationships with internal and external business partners that enable and support mutual success
• Demonstrate ability to work on teams as well as independently with minimal supervision. High level of analytical and critical thinking skills
• Understand basic operational flow and processes throughout the distribution centers and assist with receipt issues at distribution centers
• Support innovative initiatives to enhance the North America Supply Chain network, simplify work output, and improve/align processes throughout our distribution centers

Qualifications

• Demonstrated distribution planning experience or Bachelor's degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain/Logistics, Data Analytics, and/or Finance/Accounting
• Comprehensive experience building reporting and analyzing data in Excel and Power BIProficiency with WM (warehouse management) systems, Manhattan preferred
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Inquisitive with a drive to find out "why"
• Ability to handle multiple high priority projects while maintaining day-to-day needs

Preferred

• Experience building reporting in SQL and/or Python
• Certifications in data analytics, APICs, Lean manufacturing, and/or Six Sigma
• Experience designing and implementing replenishment strategies

At Foot Locker, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity in all that we do. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, during interviews and assessments. To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please review the following guidelines:

• Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
• AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.

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Benefits

The annual base salary range is $60,000 - $75,000 / yr. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below:

• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
• 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
• Strong Company Culture
• Employee Resource Groups