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Get Access To All JobsAt DICK'S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.
If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world's greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!
Overview:
The Assistant Inventory Planner will assist with the implementation and execution of Allocation and/or Replenishment strategies set by the A/R Managers and Inventory Planners, with buy-in from Merchandise Planners and Merchants, for our less complex businesses. (Provide critical input into determining how to most effectively utilize our inventory to support merchandise plan, advertising, regional, and competitive initiatives.) They maintain appropriate inventory levels in stores to support financial goals, advertising initiatives and regional needs and ensure that new stores open with the correct assortments and appropriate inventory levels as determined by the new store plan.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Allocate bulk purchase orders using the Allocations system. Place weekly replenishment purchase orders.
- Maintain proper inventory levels by store location to support sales, margin and turn goals.
- Partner with Inventory Planner/AR Manager to implement and execute merchandise allocation and replenishment buy strategies.
- Review regular instock reporting for key and advertised items. Partner with Inventory Planner/AR Manager to determine actions to correct instock issues in a timely manner.
- Analyze and communicate product, size, and color inventory needs to Inventory Planner/AR Manager.
- Execute new store plans and ensure new stores open with the correct assortment and appropriate inventory levels.
- Execute inventory re-balancing opportunities as necessary.
- Research and respond to store merchandise needs and wants. Communicate higher level inventory needs to the Inventory Planner/AR Manager.
- Understand and manage item eligibility through the Item Eligibility (ITEL) application. Ensure proper assortment within allocation systems and instock reporting based on climate, rationality, seasonality, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1-3 years of experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong emphasis in Excel
- JDA Allocations and/or JDA Fulfillment experience a plus
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Customer-service oriented
- Self-motivated and results oriented
- Problem solving & troubleshooting capabilities
- Execution skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong detail orientation
- Superior organizational abilities
- Process & procedure oriented
- Strong verbal and mathematical skills
VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS:
At DICK'S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.
To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:
- Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.
- AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.
- Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.
If you have any questions or need accommodations, we're here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!
At DICK'S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.
If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world's greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!
Overview:
The Assistant Inventory Planner will assist with the implementation and execution of Allocation and/or Replenishment strategies set by the A/R Managers and Inventory Planners, with buy-in from Merchandise Planners and Merchants, for our less complex businesses. (Provide critical input into determining how to most effectively utilize our inventory to support merchandise plan, advertising, regional, and competitive initiatives.) They maintain appropriate inventory levels in stores to support financial goals, advertising initiatives and regional needs and ensure that new stores open with the correct assortments and appropriate inventory levels as determined by the new store plan.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Allocate bulk purchase orders using the Allocations system. Place weekly replenishment purchase orders.
- Maintain proper inventory levels by store location to support sales, margin and turn goals.
- Partner with Inventory Planner/AR Manager to implement and execute merchandise allocation and replenishment buy strategies.
- Review regular instock reporting for key and advertised items. Partner with Inventory Planner/AR Manager to determine actions to correct instock issues in a timely manner.
- Analyze and communicate product, size, and color inventory needs to Inventory Planner/AR Manager.
- Execute new store plans and ensure new stores open with the correct assortment and appropriate inventory levels.
- Execute inventory re-balancing opportunities as necessary.
- Research and respond to store merchandise needs and wants. Communicate higher level inventory needs to the Inventory Planner/AR Manager.
- Understand and manage item eligibility through the Item Eligibility (ITEL) application. Ensure proper assortment within allocation systems and instock reporting based on climate, rationality, seasonality, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1-3 years of experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong emphasis in Excel
- JDA Allocations and/or JDA Fulfillment experience a plus
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Customer-service oriented
- Self-motivated and results oriented
- Problem solving & troubleshooting capabilities
- Execution skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong detail orientation
- Superior organizational abilities
- Process & procedure oriented
- Strong verbal and mathematical skills
VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS:
At DICK'S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.
To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:
- Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.
- AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.
- Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.
If you have any questions or need accommodations, we're here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Assistant Planner
Match your degree to the right EB category
If your planning degree is a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience, you qualify for EB-2. A bachelor's alone typically lands you in EB-3 skilled worker. Knowing your category before you apply steers you toward employers whose PERM filings match your credentials.
Search verified green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter for Assistant Planner roles where employers have documented green card sponsorship history. Migrate Mate surfaces this by role and location, so you're targeting firms that have already committed to the PERM process rather than guessing from a generic job board.
Prioritize municipal and regional planning agencies
Public-sector planning departments, metropolitan planning organizations, and county agencies regularly sponsor foreign workers because planning talent is geographically constrained. Their PERM filings tend to reflect genuine recruitment tests, which strengthens your labor certification and reduces DOL audit risk.
Gather an equivalency evaluation before PERM starts
If your planning degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service before the employer files PERM. DOL's prevailing wage determination and the recruitment test both hinge on the specific degree level USCIS will recognize for your occupation.
Check your occupation's prevailing wage tier using OFLC Wage Search
Assistant Planner wages are benchmarked against O*NET occupation data and geographic area. Use OFLC Wage Search to confirm whether your offered salary meets Level I or Level II before the employer submits the prevailing wage request, because an underpaid offer can trigger DOL denial.
Understand priority date backlogs before accepting a timeline
Even after PERM and I-140 approval, nationals of India and China can face multi-year waits due to per-country annual limits. Ask your sponsoring employer to file I-485 or begin consular processing as soon as your priority date becomes current, not after additional delays.
Green Card Assistant Planner: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category covers Assistant Planner roles?
Most Assistant Planner positions qualify under EB-3 skilled worker if the role requires a bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography, or a related field. If the position requires an advanced degree or the equivalent, meaning a bachelor's plus five years of progressive planning experience, the employer can file under EB-2 instead. The job description determines the category, not the applicant's credentials alone.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for a planning role?
H-1B visa is temporary, capped at 85,000 annually, and subject to a lottery. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residence with no lottery, but requires PERM labor certification filed with DOL first. PERM includes a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test proving no qualified U.S. worker was available. Processing is longer, but the outcome is permanent status.
What does the PERM recruitment test mean for Assistant Planner candidates?
During PERM, your employer must run a genuine recruitment campaign, including job postings, to demonstrate no qualified U.S. applicant was available for your specific role. If a U.S. applicant meets the minimum requirements, DOL can deny certification. Your offer letter and job duties must match exactly what was advertised, so any title or duties discrepancy between PERM and your actual role creates audit exposure.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for planning roles?
Migrate Mate lets you search Assistant Planner positions specifically filtered for employers with green card sponsorship history, organized by city and role type. This saves time compared to applying broadly and asking HR after the fact, since most planning employers who have filed PERM before are more likely to repeat the process for a qualified foreign candidate.
Can I change employers after my green card sponsorship is in progress?
Yes, under AC21 job portability rules, once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, you can move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the green card process. If the I-485 hasn't reached 180 days, the new employer would need to file a fresh PERM and I-140, though an approved I-140 priority date may be retained.