RaceTrac Company Overview

Job Description:

The Director of Space & Demand Planning is responsible for creating the annual strategy for maximizing space efficiency, inventory turns and ultimately profitability in all RaceTrac, Inc. stores. As Director, this individual will lead multiple functions specializing in the analytics and operations of the assortment planning, merchandising, forecasting & replenishment to meet the strategic goals set forth. Additionally, this role with be responsible for ensuring standard operating procedures are created, maintained, and executed as they relate to these functions. Up to 25% travel required.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as the point of contact and voice of the Space & Demand Planning department for planning and operations.
• Develops, coaches, and trains the current assigned Space & Demand Planning team.  Focuses on sharing knowledge and providing the tools necessary to increase department growth and exposure. Encourages continuous two-way feedback from all team members.
• Partners cross functionally with all members of the Space & Demand Planning team to align strategic direction in order to execute consistent planning and analytical goals.
• Ensures all contract negotiation strategies are in line with the best interest of RaceTrac.
• Assesses strategies and design of planograms with planning team as well as inventory management to develop efficient and cost-effective procedures and to utilize the best technological tools in these areas of focus.
• Communicates strategies and gains alignment across departments impacted by planning programs.
• Strengthens key vendor relationships to maximize RaceTrac’s position in the marketplace.
• Develops and maintains key business relationships with cross functional departments on a regular basis to ensure strategic alignment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or University with experience in marketing, procurement, product management, logistics or merchandising preferred; Advanced degree preferred
• 8+ years professional experience in a related field preferred
• Supervisory/managerial experience
• Project Management skills preferred
• Familiarity with the retail industry required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.