Description

Who We Are

Founded in 2007, HOMAGE is an apparel company rooted in nostalgia and authenticity. We pay homage to iconic personalities, styles, and moments in sports, pop culture, music, and history. We view ourselves as storytellers, honoring heroes and traditions, our passions and beliefs, and the moments that uplift us and make us feel alive and connected. We create and curate comfortable apparel that sparks connection, tells stories, and empowers you to express yourself.

Our Mission

Paying homage to exceptional stories through legendary comfort.

Our Vision

Be a go-to brand for fans, on game day and every day.

Our Values

Compassion | Creativity | Collaboration | Authenticity | Accountability

Who are HOMAGE team members?

HOMAGE team members are as eclectic as the stories they tell. They are hardworking, dedicated, creative, and a little quirky with a lot of hustle. HOMAGE team members have a passion for what they do and love to work together to create an amazing product and experience for their customers.

What kind of benefits do HOMAGE team members receive?

• The opportunity to be a part of collaborative, fun team environment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Life insurance paid 100% by HOMAGE with the opportunity to purchase additional coverage
• 401k with Employer Match
• Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care
• Annual bonus program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career growth and development
• Paid Time Off & Floating Holidays
• Team Member discount on HOMAGE products

What will you do as the Director of Inventory Planning?POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a skilled Director of Inventory Planning to take the helm of our Inventory Planning function, overseeing the strategic management of one of our brand's most critical assets. This role entails crafting and executing plans for optimal inventory positions across various channels to boost sales and effectively manage inventory turnover.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in shaping and leading a department, offering insights into the creation and implementation of valuable tools. A strong financial acumen and the ability to leverage numbers to enhance our inventory position are essential. Successful candidates will exhibit excellent communication skills, a holistic understanding of various business functions, a passion for problem-solving, and a keen eye for the intricacies of inventory management. We are looking for someone who constantly seeks new opportunities, uncovering efficiencies to improve processes along the way.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute strategic inventory plans aligned with business objectives, incorporating accurate demand forecasting, and efficient stock management.

• Collaboration and Optimization: Foster collaboration with suppliers and cross-functional teams to optimize inventory efficiency, mitigate risks, and ensure timely delivery while managing budgets effectively.

• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement through the adoption of advanced inventory management systems, proactive risk management, and a commitment to training and development for the team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning:

• Build the strategy and lead the execution of item plans. Determine appropriate inventory levels by warehouse location, by channel. Manage printable blanks as never out of stock and be prepared for chase.

• Lead monthly open-to-buy reporting and execute near term actions in partnership with the merchandising team to achieve sales goals and desired inventory levels.

• Provide weekly business recaps on department and style performance. Include analysis on color performance, graphic productivity, size curve rebalancing, and inventory type turnover.

• Re-forecast item level plans in season and perform ad-hoc analysis to identify inventory risks or opportunities. Ensure alignment with tops-down, monthly forecast and channel level goals.

• Manage markdown cadence to maximize sales and margin, while meeting sell through targets on season styles.

• Partner with the Wholesale team on in season opportunities to share inventory and maximize sales.

Vendor Management & Operations Collaboration:

• Oversee vendor communication related to the delivery of any inventory into the HOMAGE ecosystem. This includes both internal (Operations, Planning, Merchandising & CE) and external (Blank, 3rd Party, Screen Print Vendors) communication.

• Manage vendor capacity and ensure we are turning inventory appropriately, finding the right balance between hot market and core blanks. Provide regular receipt projections to vendors based on approved OTB.

• Oversee the replenishment of inventory from vendor-to-DC and rebalance inventory by warehouse location. This includes managing the logistics of building trucks and owning the communication to the inbound operations team.

• Provide daily unit-type forecasting in support of DC operations planning. Responsible for the accuracy of these plans and proactively communicating adjustments to the team.

• Set the strategy and lead the execution of screen print production. Partner with Operations, Marketing and Customer Experience on the execution of the strategy, ensuring we maintain SLA.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Develop and maintain strong, productive relationships with Planning, Merchandising, Production, and Store Operations.

• Participate in the development of scalable planning tools, processes, and reporting and encourage sharing of best-practice to ensure consistency.

• Develop direct reports to become subject matter experts while creating a team culture that aligns with HOMAGE values

Qualifications

What are we looking for in a Director of Inventory Planning?

• Bachelors degree in business, supply chain, or other relevant fields

• 5 years of related experience in inventory and logistics, with management experience in fast-paced environment

• Knowledge of freight forwarding and customs regulations

• Proven ability to manage inventory and logistics strategy and teams

• Prior experience in rapid growth environment

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

• Team oriented, strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment and to multiple deadlines

This job description serves as an outline of main accountabilities and responsibilities, however it is not all inclusive. The team member must be willing to perform duties outside their core responsibilities should the needs of HOMAGE require.

HOMAGE will make reasonable accommodations for team members for known physical or mental limitations unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

HOMAGE is an equal opportunity employer.

Candidates should have the legal right to work in the United States and should be willing to submit to a background check.

Are you ready to make HOMAGE a part of your story? Apply today!