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Education:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study or equivalent years of related work experience required

Work Experiences:

• 6+ years of related work experience required
• Experience in retail environment preferred
• Experience with merchandise financial and localized assortment planning process required

Skills:

• 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 from multiple sources
• 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
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStrategy, SAS Merchandise Planning (or equivalent planning software experience preferred)

Responsibilities:

• Lead in Clustering processes, including but not limited to maintaining documentation and training content
• Lead the process to create and maintain store clusters
• Lead the creation of ad hoc reports and analysis for clustering as requested
• Mentor team members across multiple levels to effectively cluster for localized assortment planning
• Assist Category Management Teams to achieve sales, profit, and inventory related objectives through efficient Clustering planning and analysis
• Ensure consistent, accurate planning and analysis procedures are utilized throughout the Clustering and localized assortment planning process
• Collaborate with Category Management team to derive appropriate Consumer Categories and Store Traits that drive the business
• Maintain company-wide decisions and best practices as it pertains to Consumer Categories and Store Traits
• Assist with maintaining regionally relevant trends
• Guide system enhancements and implementations relating to Clustering and Assortment planning and analysis
• Maintain consistent and advanced knowledge of the SAS Merchandise Planning system, Size Optimization, Clustering, MicroStrategy reporting
• Observe industry trends to apply best-in-class practices to Academy
• Evaluate proposed actions and timelines against the organizational mission and values
• Develop a thorough understanding of Academy policies, procedures, and safety rules
• Duties may change; team member may be required to perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements & Attendance:

• Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
• Regular attendance required
• Ability to work flexible hours such as evening, weekends, and holidays as necessary
• Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures, and rules governing professional staff behavior

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.