Supply Planner

BSN SPORTS, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE RECOGNIZED LEADER IN TEAM ATHLETIC GEAR

For over 50 years, BSN SPORTS has been the largest team sporting goods equipment and apparel distributor of choice in the United States. Our 3,000 BSN SPORTS employees strive to support the Heart of the Game by putting valuable time back into the day of coaches and administrators through excellent service platforms. Our company mission is simple: Save coaches and administrators time with everything they do off the field so they have more time to impact young lives on it.

SUMMARY: 

As the Supply Planner, you incorporate demand plans, inventory projections, and target service levels to create supply plans for a dynamic and growing business. Own the supply planning process for your products and oversee the Excess & Obsolescence (E&O) process to ensure an optimal balance of sellable goods without excess inventory. Your role will be critical in enabling inventory optimization, the S&OP process, and improved vendor partnership. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Develop and manage supply plans and submit purchase orders for both future and immediate needs for a diverse range of apparel and hard goods 
• Oversee the E&O process of reviewing, reporting, and tracking excess and obsolete goods through communication and process management 
• Evaluate input data and forecast output to ensure accuracy and appropriate context 
• Collaborate with sales, merchandising, purchasing, supply chain, and demand planning to incorporate insights that transform the demand plan into strategic stocking plans 
• Facilitate the Supply Review process to share plans and adjust based on cross-functional feedback 
• Document and test stocking strategy forecast assumptions, searching for opportunities to improve accuracy 
• Perform gap analysis versus finance and demand plans; investigate differences and develop recommendations to align 
• Contribute to a variety of supply chain department projects as needed 
• Share expertise with other planners, fostering skill development and improving outcomes

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Knowledge of supply planning, target inventory level concepts and statistical models 
• Attention to detail and quality: rigorously check work for accuracy 
• Highly proficient in MS Excel 
• Aptitude to learn technical applications quickly. ERP and planning systems knowledge is a plus 
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization 
• Ability to build strong relationships and work effectively across diverse teams 
• Strong business acumen, customer-centric mindset, and a deep understanding of market dynamics 
• Resilience and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment 
• Innovative and creative thinking, with a passion for continuous improvement and driving operational excellence 

EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as Supply Chain, Business, Statistics, Economics, Engineering, Science, etc. 
• 2+ years of experience in supply planning, working with a variety of products and distribution channels 
• Participation and contribution in S&OP and Supply Review processes 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and insights to drive informed decision-making 
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, manage complexity, and lead change in a dynamic business environment 

JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT

At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions – BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit – and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.

OUR VALUES

Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.

Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.

Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.

Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.

Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.

Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.

OUR BENEFITS

We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:

• Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
• HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
• Wellbeing Program
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
• Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Employee Resource Groups
• St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!

Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.