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Academy Sports + Outdoors Merchandise Planner - NFL/NBA Apparel and Licensed Novelty in Katy, Texas
Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth .
Job Description:
5+ years of related work experience required
Experience in a retail environment preferred
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, with the ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels
Maintain the customer’s perspective as a driving force behind business decisions and activities
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
Responds positively to change, embracing and using new practices or values to accomplish goals and solve problems
Ability to make decisions and choose a course of action or develop solutions based on facts, constraints, and probable consequences
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
Regular attendance required
5% domestic travel, overnight stays as needed
Ability to work flexible hours such as evening, weekends, and holidays as necessary
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
Full time
Equal Employment Opportunity
Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.