Our client, a group of consumer lifestyle brands, is looking for a Merchandise Planner to join their team.
Full time / direct hire
Hybrid in Anaheim - 3 days onsite
$65-$85k
Job Responsibilities:
Analyze and evaluate crucial business KPIs: margin, sales, promotions, inventory, markdowns, and specific product opportunities
Assist in the development of top-down/bottom-up plans: monthly, seasonal, annual
Recognize and evaluate sales trends, highlight wins/misses, and identify sales opportunities to optimize sales by channel
Report on sales to plan weekly to cross-functional teams to ensure all efforts are being made to hit the goals
Manage and report on the Open-to-buy on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
Ensure that all product purchases align with appropriate breadth, depth, and sizing opportunities for each category
Keep track of inventory positions to pinpoint opportunities for reorders, recalls, markdowns, and margin improvement
Requirements:
1-2 years of experience in planning/buying, allocation, or merchandising
Proficient in retail math: sell-through, WOS, Gross Margin, Inventory turn, etc.
Must have a strong knowledge of Excel: design and build reports from data spreadsheets
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to shifting priorities; possesses the capability to organize and prioritize workload effectively to meet deadlines
Eager to learn & grow their career in planning
A collaborative team player, hardworking, dedicated, open-minded, humble, and enthusiastic -ready and eager to learn every part of the buying and planning process
Strong attention to detail with excellent follow-up capabilities