Senior Inventory Planner
Senior Inventory Planner
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Job Description
The Global Sports Apparel (GSA) Supply & Inventory Planning (S&IP) team is responsible for maintaining optimal inventory health across the globe for the NBA WNBA TeamSports and Global Football ensuring seamless alignment between marketplace demand and supply. As part of the broader Planning function we combine marketplace insights inventory objectives and product hierarchy to drive supply strategies that support consumer demand in the marketplace. This role is critical in ensuring inventory is forecasted purchased and delivered efficiently contributing directly to business success.
We are looking for a Senior Supply & Inventory Planner to manage end-to-end (E2E) inventory planning for NBA Replenishment supporting the North America Geography. This role will serve as the primary point of contact for all inventory planning needs and will require close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure that product demand aligns with production timelines while also proactively resolving any potential risks or supply chain disruptions.
Who You Will Work With
You will report to the Supply & Inventory Planning Director collaborating closely with cross-functional partners across the business including:
Consumer Planning
NBA/WNBA leadership Merchandising and Sales
Marketplace Supply Chain
Global Supply and Manufacturing Partners
Youll also work with Planning colleagues to align on broader supply chain goals and ensure that inventory health is optimized for both short- and long-term business needs.
Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate is an experienced Supply & Inventory Planner with a proven track record of managing complex supply chain operations. Youll need strong analytical skills a keen eye for detail and the ability to communicate complex concepts in a clear actionable manner across diverse teams. Key qualities include:
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of supply planning inventory management or related supply chain experience.
Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify complex data and translate it into strategic insights for diverse audiences.
Analytical Mindset: Ability to analyze large data sets identify trends and use data to inform decision-making. Strong Excel skills (pivot tables formulas macros) are essential.
Agility: Ability to shift seamlessly between strategic tactical and operational responsibilities with a focus on executing high-level plans while managing day-to-day operational details.
Problem Solving: Strong decision-making abilities particularly in ambiguous or high-pressure situations with a proactive approach to issue resolution.
Collaboration: Superior interpersonal skills with experience building relationships across teams functions and regions.
Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with SAP ERP systems is preferred; proficiency in planning tools and software is a plus.
Adaptability: Comfort working in a dynamic fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
What youll work on
End-to-End Supply & Inventory Planning: Oversee the regular weekly purchasing of finished goods ensuring timely and efficient execution to NBA/WNBA retail strategies.
Supply Health Management: Create purchase orders adjust supply parameters and analyze opportunities for optimizing supply efficiency. Manage tradeoffs related to delivery timing and revenue opportunities ensuring healthy inventory levels through proactive decision-making.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Planning counterparts Supply Chain Merchandising Brand and Global Supply & Manufacturing Partners to ensure alignment on inventory targets and delivery expectations.
Data Analysis & Reporting: Leverage multiple reports and dashboards to track key metrics identify risks and drive solutions to ensure on-time delivery and inventory productivity. Provide regular updates to business partners on inventory status and performance.
Problem Solving & Escalation: Address and resolve operational challenges escalating issues as needed to ensure timely purchasing on-time delivery and overall inventory health.
Process Improvement: Contribute to continuous process improvements by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows optimize planning tools and refine inventory management practices
What You Bring
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain/Logistics or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education experience and training
Experience: 5 years of relevant supply/inventory planning or supply chain experience.
Skills: Strong analytical skills Excel proficiency experience with SAP ERP (preferred) and an ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively.
Agility: Ability to think strategically while managing tactical and operational aspects of supply and inventory planning.
Collaborative: Proven ability to work across teams and geographies to drive positive business outcomes.
Problem-Solving: Ability to identify issues analyze data and make informed decisions in a fast-moving environment.
Process Improvement: A mindset of continuous improvement with the drive to streamline processes and enhance planning systems.
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers sign language interpreters accessible and single location for in-person interviews closed captioning and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover as you navigate our application process that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
