Mdse and Inv Planning Mgr

Job DescriptionDevelops and manages financial plans in both units and dollars weekly for sales, gross profit and inventory within the department.Job Grade4Job Tier3Career AreaBuying and MerchandisingSupervisorNoJob QualificationsFive years of forecasting, buying, planning, replenishment or allocation management level experience required; 1 year of minimum multi-channel budgeting for sales, profit and inventory, sales and operations planning (S & OP), assortment fit, open-to-buy (OTB) and collaborative planning forecasting and replenishment (CPFR) experience.ORBachelor's degree and three years of forecasting, buying, planning, replenishment or allocation management level experience required; 1 year of minimum multi-channel budgeting for sales, profit and inventory, sales and operations planning (S & OP), assortment fit, open-to-buy (OTB) and collaborative planning forecasting and replenishment (CPFR) experience.Degree (one Of)BACHELORS DEGREE - PreferredMajor/Minor (one Of)BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - PreferredBUSINESS MANAGEMENT - PreferredAdditional Qualifications/RequirementsLocation: HQ Dallas, Texas (on-site)Remote/Telework not authorized per Presidential Memorandum “Return to In Person Work”.Candidates eligible for the Military Spouse Exemption may be considered for remote work.Alternate authorized onsite duty location may be determined following selection.Major DutiesPlans and forecasts future merchandise buys based on sales history, receipt projections and planned inventory levels; researches issues and discrepancies to identify root causes and correct in business plans.Manages open-to buy process and makes decision that impact AAFES bottom line; manages pre-season, in-season and post-season analysis and identifies opportunities and risks across businesses; recommends actions to improve business performance.Analyzes and prepares vendor profitability, SKU productivity and key item performance; makes key decisions to maximize sales and minimize risks; monitors and performs financial analysis on sales and profit of assigned lines.Reviews and maintains planned inventory levels and service levels that ensure sale and profit plans are achieved.Manages the sales and operations planning process for assigned businesses, works with cross-functional teams to define business needs, and ensures alignment with recommendations.Performs other duties as assigned.Job TypeManagementNumber of Positions Remaining104-May-2026