Planning Manager

DICK'S Sporting Goods

Customer Support Center
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Not specified (assumed to be hybrid or onsite based on typical corporate roles in the industry).
Lead cross-functional merchandising team
Develop financial plans and otb management
Partner with buying team on assortment plans
DICK'S Sporting Goods is seeking a Planning Manager to lead merchandise planning strategies that drive sales and enhance customer experience. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing financial plans, coaching a team of Merchandise Planners, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to ensure effective execution of business strategies

Job Summary

  • The Manager of Merchandise Planning drives the development and execution of business strategies to maximize Sales, Gross Margin, Turnover, and Customer Experience.
  • This role is responsible for leading a team of Merchandise Planners through coaching, training, and ensuring accurate delivery of financial plans and Open-to-Buy (OTB) metrics.
  • Candidates must partner with internal and external stakeholders to manage inventory risks, identify business issues, and proactively recommend solutions to drive sales.

Matching Summary

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DICK'S Sporting Goods is seeking a Planning Manager to lead merchandise planning strategies that drive sales and enhance customer experience. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing financial plans, coaching a team of Merchandise Planners, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to ensure effective execution of business strategies.

Salary

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Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead cross-functional merchandising team
  • Develop financial plans and OTB management
  • Partner with buying team on assortment plans
  • Manage inventory risk and course correction
  • Coach and train Merchandise Planners

Nice-to-have

  • Innovative approaches to problem solving
  • Comfortable presenting to senior management
  • Ability to deliver actionable analysis quickly

Key Requirements

  • Experience in merchandise planning leadership
  • Proficiency in financial planning and OTB management
  • Strong analytical and presentation skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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