Sr Inventory Planner

About the role

Support Center - Irving The Senior Planner looks at the "big picture." They manage the most complex categories and mentor junior team members while refining the tools and processes used by the team.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Forecasting: Manage complex, high-impact unit demand forecasts; lead initiatives to improve overall forecast accuracy metrics across the department.
• E2E Lifecycle Optimization: Oversee the total lifecycle of high-volume categories, ensuring inventory turns are optimized from launch to exit.
• Influence & Insight: Bring deep historical and competitive insights to cross-functional leadership to pivot the assortment strategy for future seasons.
• Risk Management: Develop high-level exit strategies for distressed inventory and lead the team in reacting to major shifts in business performance.
• Expert Partnership: Act as the lead inventory business partner for senior category managers, ensuring inventory goals align with broader financial targets.
• Other Duties As Assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; MBA or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) highly valued.
• 5–8+ years of experience in inventory planning or supply chain strategy.
• Demonstrated track record of managing high-volume, complex product categories.
• Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

About the Company

At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Telemedicine services
• Flexible spending accounts
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Various voluntary insurance options
• Everyday perks such as employee discounts and access to partner discount programs

For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page. For additional information regarding benefits, visit MIKBenefits.com.