What are the responsibilities and job description for the Merchandise Planner - Seasonal Apparel position at Academy Sports + Outdoors?
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
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.
