Merchandise Planner - NFL/NBA Apparel and Licensed Novelty

Full-time - Mid Level

Katy, TX

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers

About the position

The position involves supporting the Buying department in achieving sales, profit, and inventory objectives through effective planning and analysis. The role requires strong analytical skills, the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment, and effective communication with various stakeholders. The candidate will be responsible for item level planning, financial planning, and collaborating with teams to maximize business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Buying department to achieve sales, profit, and inventory related objectives through efficient planning and analysis
• Utilize planning and analysis procedures throughout the financial and assortment planning process
• Provide class/sub class insights in weekly Category Management Team meetings
• Complete item level planning, item attributing, and analysis
• Create quarterly/seasonal assortment business plan and reconcile with financial plan
• Evaluate proposed actions and timelines to meet all deadlines for internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with Replenishment team on weekly needs
• Build financial plans and collaborate with Buyers and Planning Managers to maintain them
• Manage Open To Buy and stay abreast of trends
• Observe industry trends to apply best-in-class practices to Academy
• Utilize planning system for data analysis and report generation
• Attend vendor meetings to provide updated projections, as needed
• Develop a thorough understanding of Academy policies, procedures, and safety rules
• Duties may change; team member may be required to perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 5+ years of related work experience required
• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study or equivalent years of related work experience required
• Strong analytical skills, with strong problem-solving abilities and creative resolution skills
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize workload in a fast paced, frequently changing environment while remaining detailed and organized
• Ability to find and maximize business opportunities for growth and profitability for assigned category
• Effective time management skills to support multiple projects and effectively manage a large volume of work
• Knowledge of retail math required
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, Oracle, SAS (or equivalent planning software experience preferred)
• Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties

Benefits

• Full time position
• Equal Employment Opportunity