As a Merchandise Planner you will work closely with the Buying, and Allocation teams to develop and review assortment plans and manage OTB strategies. This role works as an integral part of the Merchandising and Planning and Allocation teams by identifying risks and opportunities and making recommendations to ensure that we are maximizing the profitability of the assortment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Develop and maintain merchandise plans for several categories of product

·         Make recommendations to the buying team on product receipt and liquidation timing                           

·         Ensure delivery of the financial objectives of the area through accurate and proactive management and forecasting of sales, mark-up and markdowns.

·         Develop and deliver merchandise analysis to inform and guide executive decision making

·         Partner with allocation on the timing and quantity of receipts of new and existing product to flow into the stores

·         Support the department’s weekly reporting needs

·         Maintain and update the open-to-buy daily, weekly and monthly, as needed

·         Participate in a cross-functional team

Qualifications:

·         3-5 years related work experience in Planning and/or Allocation, with a minimum of 3 years of planning experience

·         Experience working in a high volume, fast paced, specialty retail environment

·         Strong Microsoft Excel skills

·         Strong analytical skills, strong comprehension of numbers and strong mathematical skills

·         Technical knowledge in PC based systems and application software (systems like: JDA Allocation, Arthur Planning, MMS and/or Island Pacific are useful)

·         Proven ability to build productive cross-functional relationships

·         Experience working both independently and in a team oriented environment

·         Strong attention to detail