Fanatics · 6 days ago
Senior Director of Product Management – Inventory and Order Management Systems
1440 Dutch Valley Pl NE, Atlanta, GA, 30324, US
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expFanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform and is seeking a strategic Senior Director of Product Management to lead enterprise Order Management, Inventory Management and Procurement systems. This role involves overseeing a team of product managers and driving the vision, strategy, and execution of scalable, omnichannel solutions across various retail channels.
eSportsManufacturingRetailSporting GoodsSports
Responsibilities
Define and champion a long-term product vision for enterprise order and inventory systems that aligns with Fanatics’ business goals, as well as pathways to integrate acquired companies. Translate strategic objectives into actionable roadmaps that support omnichannel fulfillment, global inventory accuracy, and scalable operations
Lead a diverse portfolio of product initiatives, balancing immediate business needs with long-term platform evolution. Manage large-scale programs such as the wholesale order-management re-platform for our complex, global first-party brands / wholesale business, as well as buildout of our enterprise inventory platform, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and measurable business impact
Partner with engineering, supply chain, warehouse operations, merchandising/planning, finance, and sales/account management teams to ensure product solutions are tightly integrated with business processes. Facilitate alignment across departments to drive seamless order orchestration, inventory control and visibility and procurement
Oversee a hybrid ecosystem of commercial and custom-built systems. Guide integration strategies between OM, ERP, WMS, inventory, selling and dependent platforms and line-of-business applications. Leverage expertise in platforms like Manhattan Active Omni, SAP, and Oracle to inform build-vs-buy decisions and optimize vendor relationships
Establish and monitor key performance indicators such as order cycle time, fill rate, inventory turnover, and stock accuracy. Use analytics to prioritize enhancements that improve operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and financial performance
Stay ahead of industry trends in retail supply chain and inventory management. Evaluate emerging technologies (e.g., AI forecasting, RFID, distributed order management) and pilot innovative solutions that enhance Fanatics’ competitive edge
Build and lead a high-performing team of product managers and analysts. Set clear goals, provide coaching and mentorship, and foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Serve as the primary product evangelist for order management and inventory domains. Communicate strategy and progress to executive stakeholders, manage budgets, and ensure product governance through structured processes and compliance standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required
Minimum of 10 years in product management, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles overseeing product teams and complex portfolios
Proven experience in implementing and supporting order-management for largescale wholesale, and DTC/ecommerce retail environments
Deep expertise in wholesale order-management concepts such as order-capture mechanisms/products (EDI, API, B2B portal)
Experience in implementing and supporting pan-enterprise inventory platforms/solutions within a largescale wholesale, and DTC/ecommerce retail environment
Experience in implementing and supporting pan-enterprise procurement and purchase order management platforms/solutions within a large-scale wholesale and DTC/ecommerce retail environment
Strong grasp of software development methodologies (Agile, Lean) and systems integration
Demonstrated ability to use data and analytics to inform product decisions, measure performance, and drive continuous improvement
Ability to set a compelling strategic direction and adapt quickly to changing business needs
Skilled at building consensus across departments and influencing stakeholders at all levels
Committed to mentoring and growing team members, fostering a high-performance culture
Focused on delivering measurable outcomes and driving operational excellence
Embraces change, encourages experimentation, and leads with a growth mindset
Prioritizes fan experience in all product decisions, ensuring solutions enhance satisfaction and loyalty
Leads with transparency, professionalism, and a strong sense of ownership
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree preferred
Ideally has led and/or supported internally-built OM platforms
Strong understanding and experience working with commercial order management solutions such as SAP, Manhattan DOM, Retek, Blue-Yonder
Familiarity with commercial platforms such as Manhattan OMS, SAP Order Management, and Oracle Retail is highly desirable
Benefits
Health, financial, legal, and development assistance
Wellness programs with fitness and weight management partners
Paid maternity paternity leave
Infertility treatment
Flexible time off
Competitive 401K plan
Company
Fanatics
Fanatics is a sports merchandise retailer that manufactures fan gear and jerseys across retail channels. It is a sub-organization of Kynetic.
10001+ employees
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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
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Joseph Bozich
Advisor to Chief Executive Officer
Michael Mahan
CEO
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