Fanatics · 2 months ago
Senior Supply Planning Manager
5332 Avion Park Dr, Tampa, FL, 33607, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelFanatics is a leading sports merchandise company, and they are seeking a Senior Supply Planning Manager for Apparel. This role is responsible for building and executing supply planning strategies, managing planning horizons, and ensuring optimal inventory placement while partnering with various teams for seamless Apparel availability globally.
eSportsManufacturingRetailSporting GoodsSports
Responsibilities
Own Apparel supply plans across regions, channels, and PCC hubs, aligned with demand forecasts and commercial priorities
Translate demand signals (from Merchandising, Brands, Events, and Fanatics.com) into executable supply plans
Run purchase forecast accuracy tracking and drive improvements with Demand Planning
Ensure Drive for 95 OTIF target is achieved for Apparel launches and replenishment
Manage buy/produce/release decisions for blank Apparel and finished goods
Optimize safety stock, lead times, and allocation across PCCs and key retailers
Partner with Sourcing and Manufacturing to lock Apparel capacity in LATAM, Asia, and near-shore hubs
Run Apparel launch readiness (Seasonal, Event, Playoffs, International Events)
Align with Logistics on in-bound schedules, customs/tariff implications, and hub-to-fan delivery speed
Chair weekly 'Apparel S&OE' meetings to review supply vs. demand gaps, escalations, and recovery plans
Act as key liaison with Merchandising (player swaps, rivalry Apparel, special events)
Partner with Finance on inventory investment, turns, and working capital efficiency
Leverage digital twin tools to simulate Apparel supply scenarios (capacity vs. cost)
Identify and implement process improvements to reduce lead times, increase flexibility, and minimize excess inventory
Support OneCommerce transformation initiatives tied to Apparel
Qualification
Required
Experience in supply planning and inventory management, preferably in the apparel industry
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate demand signals into executable supply plans
Proven track record of driving forecast accuracy and managing inventory levels
Ability to partner cross-functionally with various teams including Merchandising, Sourcing, and Operations
Experience in managing supply chain logistics and understanding customs/tariff implications
Strong leadership skills to chair meetings and drive cross-functional collaboration
Experience with digital twin tools or similar simulation tools for supply chain scenarios
Ability to identify and implement process improvements in supply chain operations
Preferred
Experience working in a fast-paced, sports-related environment
Familiarity with Apparel supply chain dynamics and seasonal planning
Experience in managing international supply chains, particularly in LATAM and Asia
Knowledge of OneCommerce transformation initiatives
Company
Fanatics
Fanatics is a sports merchandise retailer that manufactures fan gear and jerseys across retail channels. It is a sub-organization of Kynetic.
Founded in 2002
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.9BKey Investors
Clearlake Capital GroupNational Football LeagueAlameda Research
2022-12-06Private Equity· $700M
2022-03-02Private Equity· $1.5B
2022-01-01Series Unknown· $10M
Leadership Team
J
Joseph Bozich
Advisor to Chief Executive Officer
Michael Mahan
CEO
Recent News
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