Strategic Merchandise Planner: Omni-Channel Growth

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

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