We are seeking a

Staff Technical Program Manager (TPM)

to lead complex, cross-portfolio technology initiatives within Global Product Technology, with a solid focus on

Merch Planning, Forecasting, Sizing, and Allocation systems . This role operates at the

intersection of business and technology , owning delivery across multiple interdependent programs. The Staff TPM is responsible for

driving end-to-end outcomes, shaping technical and business decisions, and ensuring planning and allocation capabilities deliver measurable business impact . This role requires deep understanding of

retail planning lifecycles, inventory flow, and allocation strategies , combined with the ability to

orchestrate complex technology delivery at scale . Key Responsibilities

Own

end-to-end delivery outcomes across multiple programs

spanning Merch Planning, Sizing, Forecasting, Allocation, and Inventory Optimization Drive alignment across Flowstate initiatives that support: In-season reforecasting Allocation and transfer optimization Ensure execution aligns to

GTM gates, buy cycles, and merchandising decision timelines 2. Merch Planning & Allocation Business Acumen (Critical)

Serve as a

thought partner to Merch Planning and Allocation leaders , translating business needs into scalable technology solutions Deeply understand and incorporate: Pre-season planning (assortment planning, size curves, buy quantities) In-season management (reforecasting, transfers, sell-through optimization) Allocation strategies across DCs and stores Inventory optimization vs service levels Automation vs planner control Ensure technology solutions directly improve: Forecast accuracy Inventory productivity Time-to-decision for planners 3. Technical & Strategic Decision Leadership

Drive

cross-system decision-making

(architecture, sequencing, data flows,



integration with planning tools like Anaplan, Snowflake, etc.) Lead

decision frameworks (options, tradeoffs, recommendations)

for business and technology leadership Ensure solutions reflect

end-to-end planning workflows , not isolated system improvements Act as a

technical and business translator

between Planning, Product, and Engineering 4. Release Governance & Delivery Management

Own and evolve

release governance and readiness processes

across planning and allocation systems Ensure releases align to

critical business windows (GTM, buys, peak seasons) Drive proactive coordination of: Cross-system releases impacting planners Prevent business disruption through

tight release discipline and validation rigor 5. Delivery Excellence & Operating Model Design

Design and scale

delivery operating models for planning systems

across multiple teams Standardize execution practices across: Backlog readiness tied to business outcomes Lead initiatives to improve: Delivery predictability Feature adoption by business users Quality of outputs used by planners 6. Cross-Functional Orchestration & Dependency Management

Act as the

single-threaded owner connecting Merch Planning, Allocation, Engineering, Data, and Product teams Forecasting engines Allocation and transfer systems Surface and resolve risks tied to

data quality, model outputs, and downstream planning impacts 7. Operational Excellence & Incident Leadership

Lead response to





production issues impacting planning or allocation outcomes

(forecast errors, allocation mismatches, data delays) Drive root cause analysis with both

technical and business context Ensure continuous improvements in: SLA adherence Data accuracy and reliability Planning system stability 8. Executive Influence & Stakeholder Leadership

Deliver

executive-ready insights linking technology delivery to business outcomes

(inventory, forecast accuracy, allocation effectiveness) Influence prioritization decisions based on

business value, not just delivery feasibility Partner with senior leaders across: Merch Planning Allocation Product 9. Scalable Mechanisms & Organizational Impact

Build scalable mechanisms tailored to planning and allocation domains: Allocation readiness checklists Enable teams to operate with

clarity, accountability, and business alignment Coach PMs/TPMs on connecting

delivery execution to merchandising outcomes Required Qualifications

8–12+ years in

Technical Program Management or Program Management Proven experience owning

portfolio-level programs across planning, supply chain, or retail technology domains Strong understanding of: Merch Planning and Allocation processes Forecasting and inventory optimization concepts Cross-functional delivery in data-driven systems Demonstrated ability to influence

both technical and business leadership decisions Preferred Qualifications

Experience with

Anaplan, planning systems, or allocation engines Exposure to

AI/ML-based forecasting or optimization models Experience with

data platforms (e.g., Snowflake) and end-to-end data pipelines Background in

retail, apparel, or omnichannel inventory environments Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s of engineering, or related fields.

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📌 Technical Program Manager (Winnipeg)
🏢 E-Solutions
📍 Winnipeg