What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wave Planner position at Fanatics Inc.?
Job Title: Wave Planner Analyst
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Department: Operations
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Job Level/Grade: WL3
At Fanatics Commerce, we’re more than just a leader in licensed sports merchandise – we’re a team united by a relentless passion for our fans and a commitment to innovation. We live by our BOLD Leadership principles: We Build Championship Teams, we’re Obsessed with Fans, we embrace a Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit, and we approach every challenge with a Determined and Relentless Mindset. If you’re ready to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment that thrives on collaboration and growth, we want you to be part of our team.
Role Overview
- Calling all sports fans! Fanatics Inc. is seeking an energetic Wave Planner to work with our distribution center team in Waxahachie, TX. We are looking for customer-oriented representatives to act as a liaison by providing support for our Athletes and Fans. The roles and responsibilities for a Wave Planner Analyst include preparing, processing, and monitoring order flow driven by Fan orders to each department within a distribution center environment.
How you will make an impact:
- Prepare and Process the Wave(s) Throughout the Shift
- Verify that All Orders are Released in the Order of Departure Time
- Monitor Replenishment and Picking to ensure that they are Balanced According to the Wave Number
- Responsible for Shifting Resources When Applicable
- Monitor Shorts and Run Supplemental Orders to Capture Items Not Picked the First Time
- Manage Wave Cycle Time
- Process the Waves to Ensure There Isn’t a Work Stoppage Throughout the Shift
- Set up the Next Shifts Wave Work Driving Consistent Volume through the Department
- Communicate Exceptions or Potential Service Level Misses to Manager or Supervisor in Charge
- Other Responsibilities as deemed necessary
What you bring to the team:
- High School Degree or Equivalent is Required
- Associate’s degree is Preferred
- 3 to 5 years of Experience Leading and Coaching People is preferred
- A Combination of Education and Knowledge Equivalency will be Considered
- Minimum of three (3) years of Experience in a Warehouse Environment
- Excellent Technical, Oral, and Written Communication Skills
- Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
- Ability to Work and Make Decisions Independently within Fanatics Guidelines and Procedures
- Standing and walking a minimum of 10 hours per shift
- Must be able to lift approximately 35 lbs.
At Fanatics, we value transparency and honesty. If you don’t meet every single requirement, that’s okay – we still want to hear from you! We believe in the power of diverse experiences and talents. If you’re excited about the role and confident that you can contribute, don’t hesitate to apply. We’re genuinely interested in how your unique skills and perspective can help us build something amazing together.
What’s in it for you:
- Culture: Join a team where you're surrounded by top-tier talent, driven by a shared passion to relentlessly enhance the fan experience. With a focus on collaboration, support, and continuous development, you’ll be empowered to help shape our culture that celebrates both individual and team successes.
- Benefits: We provide a wide range of health, financial, legal, and development assistance, including wellness programs with fitness and weight management partners, paid maternity and paternity leave, and infertility treatment. Additionally, we offer flexible time off to help you recharge, along with a competitive 401k plan to support your financial future. At Fanatics, we’re dedicated to supporting you in all aspects of work and life.
Fanatics Commerce has a broad range of online, sports venue, and vertical apparel partnerships worldwide, including comprehensive partnerships with leading leagues, teams, colleges, and sports organizations across the world—including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, Formula 1, and Australian Football League (AFL); the Dallas Cowboys, Golden State Warriors, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, Chelsea FC, and Tokyo Giants; the University of Notre Dame, University of Alabama, and University of Texas; the International Olympic Committee (IOC), England Rugby, and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA).
At Fanatics Commerce, we infuse our BOLD Leadership Principles in everything we do:
- Build Championship Teams
- Obsessed with Fans
- Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit
- Determined and Relentless Mindset
Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.