merchandise planner

Hanna Andersson

<div><div>We are the champions of childhood</div><div>
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Hanna Andersson is a Portland, Oregon-based premier kids and baby clothing brand. Our clothes are made to play, made to last, and designed to let kids be kids. We have core commitments to design, quality, and sustainability, and we believe in helping families create meaningful everyday moments. These principles guide the Hanna Way, and lead to an experience authentically different from other children&rsquo;s brands.</div><div></div><div> 
We cultivate our unique brand by hiring team members who believe in these values, own a customer service mindset, and who are innovative, results-oriented, and comfortable working in a collaborative and growth-driven work environment. We all share in our brand&rsquo;s success, and we actively encourage our team members to maintain a healthy balance in their daily lives.</div><div></div><div> 
Position Summary</div><div></div><div> 
The Merchandise Planner at Hanna Andersson will take charge of both pre-season and in-season inventory investments, ensuring everything aligns perfectly with our business goals. As a key partner to our Merchants, you'll leverage your analytical skills to drive business results through smart portfolio management. 
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<div>Responsibilities will include overseeing the Open to Buy process, developing style-level pre-season plans, and optimizing prices in real-time to enhance sales, gross margin, and inventory turnover. Successful candidates will demonstratea strong planning background and exceptional analytical skills, a knack for problem-solving, and amazing time management abilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must, as this position will influence decisions and collaborate with various teams.</div><div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Essential Duties</h3><ul><li>
Own the development of division, department &amp; style level plans that support the brand strategy</li><li>
Partner with merchandising to develop tops/down dept/class sales and inventory plans that align with division objectives</li><li>
Develop style-level sales and inventory plans</li><li>
Own bottom-up financial reconciliation of style level to department</li><li>
Own OTB, sales and inventory forecasting, including assessing total risks and creating resolutions to achieve/exceed financial targets in collaboration with Director of Planning. Drive strategies to positively impact assortment and financials</li><li>
Own business recaps (week, month, quarterly) to inform short-term and long-term financial strategies/action plans</li><li>
Provide regular analysis of business trends, both pre-season and post-season, along with the appropriate actions that support effective inventory management and maximize sales and margin and mitigate risk to all business partners</li><li>
Own recommending and executing in-season pricing strategies</li><li>
Drives business discussions and adjusts strategies to optimize inventory investments and maximize results</li><li>
Create and cultivate a collaborative, innovative and results-oriented environment</li><li>
Influence others, both functional and cross-functional partners, to drive results</li><li>
Maintain in-stock levels, and optimize inventory</li><li>
Partner with the sourcing team and provide long-range forecasts and seasonal item forecasts in line with the production calendar to ensure product is ordered and produced to support product launches</li><li>
Collaborates on continual development and improvement of planning tools and processes</li></ul><div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Qualifications</h3><ul><li>
2+ years prior planning experience; direct to consumer preferred</li><li>
Proven track record in driving results via merchandise forecasting, planning and data analytics</li><li>
Excellent analytical, mathematical and problem-solving skills and proficiency with retail math</li><li>
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills</li><li>
Demonstrated record of prioritizing, influencing and decision making at multiple levels in the organization</li><li>
Ability to use sales financial data to make decisions and maximize profitability</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to build strong partnerships and influence others.</li><li>
Excellent analytical application skills (Excel, etc.) and desire to master new systems; productivity application skills (PowerPoint, Word)</li><li>
Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects with tight deadlines</li></ul><div></div><ul><li> 
Education
</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or equivalent experience in related discipline</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Location</h3><ul><li>
Portland, OR (hybrid) preferred</li></ul> 
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Open to remote (west coast hours) - if remote, travel to PDX will be required.
</li></ul><div>Hanna Talent Cultivation Standards:</div><div>
With a rise in cyber-criminal activity, please note Hanna will never:</div><ul><li>Ask for any sensitive personal information via email, text, or other forms of instant messaging</li><li>Interview you via email and/or send you a list of questions in lieu of an interview</li><li>Extend an offer without speaking to you via phone or video call</li><li>Ask for bank account or financial information during the recruiting process</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Legitimate email communication will only be done to and from @hannaandersson.com email addresses. Please examine messages carefully to ensure this is the domain you are receiving messages from, as cybercriminals may also utilize domains that look similar but may have one letter off (such as @hannaandersson.com).</div><div></div><div> 
Legitimate candidate application submissions are received directly from the applicant. All unsolicited third-party submissions will be considered illegitimate and will not be reviewed or considered for hire. 
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<div>Hanna Andersson provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.</div><div></div><div> 
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Hanna Andersson prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. Hanna Andersson encourages applicants of all ages.</div>

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</div>

Merchandise Planner

Landmark Group

<div>
 
 
 Objective:
 
 
 
 To maximise Sales and Profitability in the Business by providing effective Merchandise Strategies, Planning and In Season management of Assortments and Inventory by Department /Concept/Territory/Class/Sub-Class and Item levels to achieve or exceed strategic targets set by the Business.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 Planning (Seasonally)
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Prepare a
 
 Post Seasonal Analysis
 
 of past performance at Concept/Terittory and Department levels down to Class/Sub-Class and Item levels.
 </li>
 <li>
 Discuss and prepare a
 
 SWOT analysis
 
 of the above and document action plans in preperation for the Strategic Planning Process
 </li>
 <li>
 Derive Seasonal Strategies on
 
 Sales , Pricepoint , Supplier, Brands,Size,Colour and Assortment Dimensions
 
 (Where
 
 
 applicable)
 
 
 at Concept/Territory levels down to Class/Sub-Class levels together with the Buyers taking into account past performance and future trends ..
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Presentation of
 
 the Departmental
 
 Strategies
 
 to the Management
 
 for approval
 
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare and Derive
 
 Seasonal Budgets
 
 at Concept/Territory levels down to Class/Sub-Class levels based on the approved Strategy to match the Financial targets set for Sales , Opening /Closing Stocks , Inflows , Forward covers and Sales Margins.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare and Drive
 
 Merchandise Financial Plans
 
 For Sales , Opening and Closing stocks with Forward covers and
 
 Planned
 
 
 Inflows
 
 for
 
 by month
 
 and Season with agreed Inflow and Sales Margin Percentages at Dept/Class/Subclass levels( where Applicable).
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare
 
 Store Grading
 
 at Class/SubClass levels to determine the Width and Depth of Ranges for Large , Medium and Small stores with Order quantiies ( where aplicable) .
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare a
 
 Theoretical Range Plan
 
 and present to the Planning Manager for approval.
 </li>
 <li>
 Share the above with the Buyers and together finalise into a
 
 Buy Plan (Range Plan) by month
 
 at Class/Subclass levels to match the Strategy Plans for (Quantities,Options,Prices and Suppliers) and Finacial paremeters (OTB/Inflows) set by Month.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare reports to measure actuals against plan for In Season management of all of the above.(where applicable)
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 In Season Management (Daily / Weekly)
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Monitor Orders
 
 being placed against Open to Buy targets by month on the Buy Plan ensuring that the Orders are placed timeously and according to assortment plans . (Daily/Weekly)
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure that
 
 Order Status and Deliveries
 
 are followed up and that propoed
 
 actions
 
 are
 
 communicated to the buyers for action
 
 to be taken , where deliveries deviate to plan to ensure availability.(Daily /Weekly)
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Monitor Reports on Performance
 
 of Dept /Concept /Territory perfromance down to Class/Subclass( where Applicable) to
 
 identify
 
 any
 
 exceptions
 
 to Sales , Stockholdings, Forward Covers and Inflows and
 
 propose actions on out of line situations
 
 to the Buyers in a weekly Department meeting with action to be taken by the Planner (where Applicabe) (weekly)
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor
 
 Good and Bad selling Items
 
 to agreed parameters and propose actions to be taken on
 
 Reorders or Price Adjustments for Slow sellers
 
 .(Weekly) .
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure the
 
 availability of all replenishment items
 
 and thata
 
 scheduled review of Replenishment Orders
 
 take place to
 
 ensure
 
 availability and
 
 
 that there are
 
 no stock outs
 
 . (Weekly)
 </li>
 <li>
 Check that all
 
 stock received in Territories is allocated to Stores and is selling,
 
 discuss out of line situations with the Buyers and
 
 inform Territories of out of line situations for action
 
 to be taken .(Weekly)
 </li>
 <li>
 Check for
 
 Items that need consolidation
 
 to agreed parameters and
 
 inform Territories for action
 
 .(Weekly)
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 I
 
 n Season Management (Bi &ndash;Monthly and Monthly)
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Monitor
 
 Seasonal Budget
 
 performance against Plan and
 
 reforecast
 
 taking into account past performance and trends for
 
 Sales, Opening and Closing Stocks and monthly Inflows/Open to Buy
 
 ( monthly) (Where Applicable).
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor
 
 Sales Margins
 
 to ensure that Margins are being achieved
 
 across Territories
 
 By department ( Bi-Monthly),
 </li>
 <li>
 To
 
 propose any adjustments or actions
 
 for the
 
 exceptions above
 
 ,propose actionsto be taken together and with agreement of the Buyers to Management for approval on a (Monthly ).
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Identiify consolidations
 
 of stock based on agreed parameters and propose with the Buyer to Management for approval and
 
 communicating to the Territories
 
 on actions to be taken . (Monthly)
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify and propose
 
 Price Adjustments to be actioned
 
 on slow sellers with the Buyer to Management for approval and communicate to the territories for action to be taken.(Monthly)
 </li>
 <li>
 To Analyse
 
 Territory Ageing Stocks
 
 and
 
 identifying out of line situations
 
 to agreed Concept Targets and proposing actions to management for approval and communicating to Concept Retail Managerand Territories on actions to be taken.(Monthly)
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Analyse Promotions and Events
 
 and communicate the performance results and out of line situations to the Buyer and Management Team
 
 with lessons learnt
 
 . (Monthly).
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare and attend a
 
 Monthly Management Meeting
 
 to give
 
 feedback on Department performance and actions to be taken
 
 on out of line situations together with the
 
 buyer to management
 
 .(Weekly/Monthly)
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Store/Competitor Visits.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Visit Territories and Stores
 
 on an agreed frequency to be abreast with Product performance and trends.
 </li>
 <li>
 Be in tune
 
 with Territory /Store specific requirements
 
 with regard to
 
 Quantity, Range, Price and Customer base
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Visit Competitors
 
 to identify their
 
 Range
 
 
 Composition, Options and Prices
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Report findings and out of line situations to the Buyer and put together an action proposal and communicate to Management and Territories
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Systems Maintenance and Enhancement.
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure that there
 
 are adequate reports to measure performance
 
 to plan for all of the above
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure that systems are maintained and
 
 that data integrity is sound
 
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure that
 
 any additional System requirements
 
 
 are communicated
 
 to the Planning Manager
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 People Management (In case applicable)
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Monitor
 
 Trainee Planner development
 
 and facilitate complaint resolution
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee team deployment and
 
 drive motivation levels
 
 of the Trainee Planners
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Requirements:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Basic qualifications: Bachelor's Degree from NIFT / Pearl Academy / Degree in Retail Fashion Management or similar course
 </li>
 <li>
 Advanced qualifications: Post Graduate from NIFT / MBA in Retail Management or similar course
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 5 years of experience in the retail industry in a planning role. Candidates should be from an Apparel Retail background or industry
 </li>
 <li>
 Good knowledge of Merchandise planning and an analytics
 </li>
 <li>
 Good knowledge of Retail Industry and products
 </li>
 <li>
 Planning and organising skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Analytical skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Good knowledge of MS Office
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Senior Merchandise Planner

<div>
 
 The Lead Buyer is responsible for conducting data-driven analysis and forecasting to estimate future demand for products to steer sourcing and buying decisions related to merchandise for our retail shops.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Plan, develop, and deliver merchandise ranges to budget, schedule, and customer profile in line with the department and company strategy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct data-driven demand forecasting that includes analysis of internal/external factors, historical sales data, etc. to estimate future/ongoing order needs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze stock-holding data and develop/recommend diverse plans to ensure inventory is cleared at expected sell-through rate.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct analysis (e.g., of historical sales data, market/competition) to ensure appropriate retail prices.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide analytical support to maximize product sales performance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the Head of Retail &amp; Merchandise Planning to conduct monthly communication meetings with the retail teams and circulate minutes of meetings afterward.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist the Head of Retail &amp; Merchandise Planning and the Director of Retail &amp; Merchandising with the preparation of annual department budgets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee submission of new purchase requests to the merchandise committee, recommending appropriate order quantities by analyzing past sales patterns and ensuring that stock levels are optimized.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide merchandise administrators with the information required to prepare purchase request approval forms for submission to the merchandise committee.
 </li>
 <li>
 Deliver buying projects within specified budget parameters, maintaining strong gross margins, and expediting orders within target lead times and coordinating with stakeholders to pre-empt obstacles and troubleshoot anticipated issues.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the Merchandise Manager by ensuring the milestones related to merchandise development projects are achieved on time, flagging delays, and troubleshooting anticipated issues.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the Merchandise Manager with creation of a standardized merchandise project critical path document with agreed-upon project milestones that meet target lead times for delivery of bespoke/readymade product.
 </li>
 <li>
 Liaise closely with the Logistics Team to facilitate and expedite the timely shipment of supplier orders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Recommend enhancements to existing processes to achieve further efficiencies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the Retail Manager in expediting corporate sales orders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide support and recommendations for shop displays to enhance sales and clearance of slow-moving stock.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain awareness of trends in the wider retail industry, museum retail, local market, and new suppliers, keeping updated through research and trade show visits.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Higher secondary or degree-level qualification required
 </li>
 <li>
 At least 5 years of relevant experience in merchandise buying
 </li>
 <li>
 Well-developed computing skills, including the understanding of relevant IT products and software (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
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Lead Buyer

Etoile Group

<div>
 
 The Merchandise Analyst supports commercial success by driving data-led merchandise planning, OTB management, allocation, and in-season performance optimization. The role partners closely with Buying, Merchandising, Finance, Operations, Supply chain and Marketing teams to ensure the right product, quantity, price, and placement across stores while achieving financial and inventory targets.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Defined and supported pre-season merchandise strategies across brands and categories, including OTB planning aligned with sales, margin, full-price, Sellthru and inventory targets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Built and managed option plans and space planning to optimize assortment depth and improve store productivity.
 </li>
 <li>
 Delivered pre-season and in-season analysis to support buy sign-off, milestone reviews, and trading decisions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitored and analyzed KPIs including sales, stock, OTB, margins, sell-through, inventory cover, and productivity.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drove in-season trading actions such as replenishment, allocation, stock balancing, and fast/slow mover management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Developed data-driven allocation and replenishment strategies to reduce stockouts and ageing inventory.
 </li>
 <li>
 Partnered closely with Buying and Retail teams to prioritize budgets and ensure execution of buying strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Supported pricing and markdown planning to maximize margin and inventory turnover.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyzed promotional performance, markdown effectiveness, and clearance activities to improve ROI.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepared and delivered weekly and monthly performance reports with insights, risks, and corrective actions for senior management and HQ.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conducted market and competitor analysis to inform assortment planning, pricing strategies, and future buys.
 </li>
 <li>
 Supported online merchandising through performance analysis, pricing, and promotional strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contributed to the enhancement of merchandise planning systems, tools, KPIs, and dashboards, improving forecasting accuracy and reducing manual reporting.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assisted in annual and seasonal financial planning, including sales forecasts, discount strategies, and margin targets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Supported feasibility studies and new merchandise planning initiatives, assessing impact on sales and inventory efficiency.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your Profile:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business or equivalent.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficient in Excel and other reporting tools.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication, interpersonal, and agile.
 </li>
 <li>
 3 -5 years of proven experience in retail analysis, planning, merchandising, buying and inventory management.
 </li>
 </ul>
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Merchandise Analyst

Signet Jewelers

<div>We have many opportunities available on our other career site pages. Click here to link to our careers page!
Signet Jewelers is the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, operating more than 2,800 stores worldwide under the iconic brands: Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, H.Samuel, Ernest Jones, Peoples, Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Rocksbox, JamesAllen.com and Diamonds Direct. We are a people-first company and this core value is at the heart of everything we do, from empowering our valued team members, to collaborating with our customers, to fostering the communities in which we live and serve. People &ndash; and the love their actions inspire &ndash; are what drive us. We&rsquo;re not only proud of the love we inspire outside our walls, we&rsquo;re especially proud of the diversity, inclusion and equity we&rsquo;re inspiring inside. There are dynamic career paths awaiting you &ndash; rewarding opportunities to impact the lives of others and inspire love. Join us!
The responsibility of the buyer is to develop merchandise assortments and strategies to drive profitable category sales and productivity, while ensuring product value, quality and styling. The buyer holds a leadership role within the category management team (CMT). Working within the CMT, the buyer is responsible for all aspects of assortment planning, selection, maintenance and promotion, for designated product categories.
Category Management<ul><li>
Partner with Leader to set strategic vision for Category</li><li>
Ability to adjust quickly, if needed, to changing market trends, conditions, priorities, and corporate strategies.</li><li>
Analyze and React to Business on a weekly basis</li><li>
Participate in the development of financial plans and advertising/marketing plans for designated product categories.</li><li>
Assist in all business reviews for all designated product categories to Leadership.</li><li>
Oversee training and career development for Direct Reports / Team</li></ul>
Product Development<ul><li>
Develop, select, test, price and acquire quality merchandise consistent with consumer demand, and in keeping with strategic department goals and policies.
</li><li>Up-to-date knowledge of jewelry market trends and competitive strategies.</li><li>
Develop new product concepts/brands for test market(s), with potential for expanded store roll out.</li><li>
Manage Lifecycle Management process from idea inception through Clearance and end of life.</li><li>
Strategic handling of vendor base with ability to find and develop strong vendor partners.</li></ul>
Assortment / Inventory Management<ul><li>
Understanding of Product cost structure</li><li>
Co-Manage and plan merchandising assortments for e-commerce/web sites.</li><li>
Work with Inventory Analyst to ensure proper in-stock levels</li><li>
Manage negotiations relating to the return of discontinued product(s) to appropriate supplier</li><li>
Negotiate annual purchasing agreement contracts with vendors.</li></ul>
Collaboration<ul><li>
Coordinate efforts with the marketing, visual display and advertising departments to promote and market, key items, programs/brands and categories.
</li><li>Merchandise all marketing channel items for designated product categories. Present and justify all catalog/promotional items to merchandise directors and vice presidents.</li><li>
Partner with Sourcing on factory selection and cost negotiation.</li><li>
Partner with Financial Planning team on open-to-buy for assigned product categories.</li><li>
When applicable; work directly with Signet&rsquo;s accounting department to ensure credits/aging are applied correctly.</li><li>
Assist CMT with issues on vendor performance, including late orders and quality control issues.</li><li>
Proofing of all advertising materials to ensure accuracy including catalogs, emails, web site, customer mailings, and in store signage.</li><li>
Work with Visual Merchandising team on in-store presentations (planograms).</li><li>
Cross-functional work with Store Op, VM, DC team and Planning on various projects including test, expansions, recalls</li></ul>
Position Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required or equivalent professional experience</li><li>
3&ndash;5 years of prior buying experience required</li><li>
Must be local to the Akron/Cleveland area for a hybrid office schedule</li><li>
Ability to travel nationally and internationally, including occasional weekend and Saturday travel as business needs require</li><li>
Strong negotiation, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong math skills and the ability to analyze data with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail</li><li>
Ability to comply with security policies, including working in a metal-free environment when required</li></ul>
BENEFITS AND PERKS:<ul><li>
Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family covered that is active on day 1 of employment</li><li>
Generous 401(k) matching after just one year to help secure your financial future</li><li>
Ample paid time off, plus seven holidays to recharge and unwind</li><li>
Exclusive discounts on premium merchandise just for you</li><li>
Dynamic Learning &amp; Development programs to support your growth</li><li>
And more!</li></ul></div>

Buyer II, Jared (HYBRID)

Christian Louboutin

<div>
 
 
 Overview:
 
 Oversee permanent product collection sales and stock management across all categories (women&rsquo;s, men&rsquo;s and LGs) for Retail America&rsquo;s. Partner with the Merchandising and Planning teams to provide comprehensive analysis and develop strategies to meet budget targets.
 
 
 
 
 
 This position will report to the Director of Planning, the Americas.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Permanent Assortment Planning
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Forecast all permanent product categories for the America&rsquo;s (United States, Canada and Mexico).
 </li>
 <li>
 Generate, prepare, and present OTS/OTB for America&rsquo;s considering sales history, trend, new store openings as well as budget
 </li>
 <li>
 Create store assortments and model stocks by season and store cluster.
 </li>
 <li>
 Plan/Forecast bottoms-up sales and inventory forecast by style.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide sales, inventory analysis, and explanations on under or overachieving targets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Generate and present OTS/OTB presentation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Review forecast accuracy monthly, analyze the gap and highlight issues to launch action plan.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work closely with the regional merchandising team to analyze seasonal merchandise assortments and execute merchandising strategies including cannibalization at the category, core/fashion, and sku level
 </li>
 <li>
 Place buys twice each season based on a bottom up sku forecast based on updated monthly re-forecast
 </li>
 <li>
 Proactively work on stock re-orders and cancellations (when applicable), global sur stock opportunities, cross-country replenishment or transfer needs to optimize sales and stock.
 </li>
 <li>
 Recommend actions that drive sales and stabilize inventory levels to meet MOC and AVR targets
 </li>
 <li>
 Review push-pull weekly allocation from Supply &amp; Distribution Manager, monthly sales reforecasts, suggest cancellations/reorder needs
 </li>
 <li>
 Liaise closely with local Operations team and Global Supply Chain team to monitor stock building and shipping progress for timely in store deliveries
 </li>
 <li>
 Plan and supervise stock release for new store openings and special capsules/events
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage and execute weekly replenishment across all doors in partnership with allocator to achieve permanent stock coverage
 </li>
 <li>
 Communicate picking and shipping priorities to the warehouse and trouble shoot any inventory shortage issues.
 </li>
 <li>
 Communicate picking and shipping priorities to the warehouse and trouble shoot any inventory shortage issues.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 Reporting
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide both qualitative and quantitative analysis at quarterly and seasonal hindsight&rsquo;s and investment reviews, drawing insights to affect future product line.
 </li>
 <li>
 Regularly deliver ad hoc actionable analysis from top line to store and category level by partnering closely with stores teams including in-season matric changes
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare and analyze weekly sales reports identifying gaps and taking appropriate actions to ensure financial goals are met
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and evolve standardized reports and processes to drive efficiency and advance the team&rsquo;s productivity.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 General
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Build strong relations with the retail network and regularly review store business plan to ensure it supports forecasted market needs
 </li>
 <li>
 Regularly deliver ad hoc actionable analysis from topline to store and category level
 </li>
 <li>
 Consistently look to improve efficiency in ways of working and tool enhancements. Work with Global teams to implement improvements in processes and strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner closely with the Global AI team to streamline the Foresight AI tool by sharing valuable insights on actual vs forecast variations to improve forecasting accuracy
 </li>
 <li>
 Attend weekly calls with warehouse and logistics teams to communicate priorities related to permanent stock
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor data and system integrity and address with appropriate teams&rsquo; discrepancies.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Skills and Requirements:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required
 </li>
 <li>
 6+ years of experience in a luxury retail or wholesale environment, including time as a Planner, Allocator, Buyer, or as Retail business analyst.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to run reports and analyze large amounts of data, very Strong Excel knowledge required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills; including presenting sophisticated material in an organized and compelling manner.
 </li>
 <li>
 A strategic problem solver who recognizes opportunities and can recommend strategies by building reason and influence senior leaders to move to execution.
 </li>
 <li>
 Passion for Christian Louboutin and a true ambassador for the brand with strong sense of responsibility
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work under deadlines, manage multiple priorities, work independently, take initiative, and pay close attention to detail
 </li>
 <li>
 Rigor, sense of organization and multi-tasking management
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong Business acumen
 </li>
 <li>
 Adheres to company policy and confidentiality
 </li>
 <li>
 Proactively contributes to creating a team atmosphere that is professional, flexible, and enjoyable
 </li>
 <li>
 Exudes a &ldquo;no task is too big or too small&rdquo; attitude, with initiative, commitment, reliability, and positivity. Does not accept mediocrity
 </li>
 <li>
 Versatile; embraces change and is consistently able to develop and adapt to the needs of the business.
 </li>
 <li>
 Grasps new concepts quickly, prioritizes efficiently and is organized
 </li>
 <li>
 Omni channel experience is a plus
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong follow up, follow through and attention to detail to ensure deadlines are met
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 Our Business and our Values:
 
 
 
 
 
 Christian Louboutin, founded in 1991 in Paris, is a leading global luxury brand for shoes and leather goods for both women and men. Christian Louboutin is also renowned for its iconic red sole, imagined by Mr. Christian Louboutin himself, a year after the creation of the brand. The brand has more than 160 Boutiques in 38 countries featuring the signature shoes such as the iconic pumps, sneakers and loafers alongside the seasonal collections for women, men and accessories. Christian Louboutin imagines collections through a large spectrum of inspirations emanating from his love of Paris, his travels, and his passion for art and craftmanship. 2014 welcomed the launch of Christian Louboutin Beaut&eacute; with the iconic Rouge Louboutin nail and lip colour.
 
 
 
 
 
 Our people are at the heart of our brand.
 
 
 
 
 
 We celebrate individuality and empower our team members to have responsibility, autonomy and creativity within their roles. Our colleagues share the same passion and dedication to our Brand and its continued success.
 
 
 
 
 
 We live by our values:
 
 
 
 
 
 We are down to earth &ndash; we stand with authenticity, integrity and respect. We have passion &ndash; we drive our business with agility, commitment and care. We feel happiness in all that we do &ndash; we collaborate with positivity, open-mindedness and fun. We find inspiration in our work &ndash; we envision the future with confidence, creativity and freedom.&rdquo;
 
 
 
 
 The Maison Christian Louboutin is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to recruitment practices that do not discriminate against any job applicant because of their race, color, gender, age, nationality, culture(s), religion, sex, physical or mental disability, or age. We believe that a culture of diversity and individuality fosters our above core values. So, if you also share this mindset, these values, and you dream of coloring your soles red as part of the Louboutin adventure, please join us!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 In accordance with the New York City Commission on Human Rights and in compliance with the Salary Transparency Law, Christian Louboutin envisions the general compensation range for this position to be $100k - $115k per YEAR.
 
 
 
 *This range is NOT inclusive of other forms of compensation or benefits such as commissions, overtime, discretionary bonus, health insurance, retirement savings or paid leaves of absence. Such details will be further communicated during the interview process and/or at the time of an official offer of employment.
 
 
 
 
 
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Senior Planner, Demand Planning, the Americas

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 Dear Applicants,
 
 Homecentre Landmark group
 
 , is looking for
 
 General Manager - Buying, Household - Decor, Fragrance, Outdoor &amp; Festive
 
 to join the team, detailed JD shared below.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES &amp; RESULT AREAS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Business Planning &amp; Budgeting
 
 
 
 
 
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 Participate in the annual business planning and provide inputs to the Senior Management team
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 Create the overall Range, Product Design and Merchandizing strategy for the allocated categories
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 Analyze Brand strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats vis a vis competition and assess market opportunity
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 Oversee the category/brand management with the objective of maximizing sales and profits
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 Plan and approve the merchandising budget for the category/brand
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 Category &amp; Brand Management
 
 
 
 
 
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 Understand the trend, customer requirements and design product development strategy
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 Develop comprehensive category/brand business plans that are consistent with the company's overall goals and strategies
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 Ensure growth in the sales and gross margins by driving focus on categories
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 Oversee overall category plans in the areas of pricing, promotion, assortment and allocations.
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 Monitor and review the performance of category business plans by using appropriate scorecard
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 Ensure collaboration between Buyers &amp; other Departments to leverage efficiencies in procurement, transportation, warehousing and store operations
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 Maintain relationships with key vendors who are critical for the long term success of the business
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 Product Design
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ensure all design and development activities are carried out within budget and are related to market Trends/demands, company image and business strategy
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 Supervise design and development plan with specifications on product features, functions, packaging and resource requirement across categories
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 Overseeing all design projects from conceptualization to delivery
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 Merchandise Planning
 
 
 
 
 
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 Work closely with merchandise planners and all other stake holders to define parameters used for merchandising analytics
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 Collaborate planning of merchandising requirements by setting sourcing triggers based on actual sales, sales forecasts, company order parameters, inventory checks, forth coming events, replenishment needs etc.
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 Discuss, decide and freeze the merchandise plans (pricing, promotion and assortment) and ensure effective in season management
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 Quality Control
 
 
 
 
 
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 Supervise formulation of the quality control process steps and manual
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 Ensure the merchandise procured and received meets the quality standards in partnership with Quality team
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 People Management
 
 
 
 
 
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 Develop talent within the team by providing consistent direction and support to achieve targets and take leadership positions
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 Retain and engage the talent employed and build a collaborative and high performance team
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 Enhance team productivity through skills development through coaching and training
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 Ensure periodic administration of the performance appraisal process followed by monitoring of feedback implementation
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 Ensure all employee disciplinary issues and grievances are dealt with correctly
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 Basic Qualification / Education / Vocational Training
 
 
 
 NIFT, PG &ndash; MBA in Business Management (Premier B School Preferred)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 
 
 12 - 15 years of Buying / Product Development experience
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills and Capabilities
 
 
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 Knowledge of home products, retail market dynamics and consumer preferences.
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 A passion for home and a strong awareness of global retail trends.
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 Stakeholders Management
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 Excellent commercial acumen and eye for detail
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 Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
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 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present and articulate concepts and ideas.
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 Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines.
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 Willingness to travel.
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General Manager - Buying

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