merchandise planner

Awani Houseware and Furnitures

<p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Support in providing weekly, monthly and yearly sales reporting and summary of key performance indicators relating to sales, sell through, stock, profit, and markdown versus budget and last year</li><li>Support with maintaining key files (Master Orders, OTB templates) that drive the planning and trading process throughout the season</li><li>Providing crucial support to the Merchandising team taking an active role by analysing sales trends, monitoring deliveries, and maintaining stock levels</li><li>Work with the Senior Coordinators, Merchandisers and Buyers to control deliveries, allocations, and replenishment</li><li>Responsible for ensuring that the markdown master file is aligned to the markdown calendar and integral data is kept updated with the brands carryover and markdown lists</li><li>Responsible for running a daily sales report communicating vital sales and stock information vs budget</li><li>Support the Merchandising team to identifying products for promotional and markdown activities</li><li>Support the Merchandising team during the planning and OTB process including Basics forecasting and EOS lessons learnt</li><li>Support the Merchandising and Buying team with pre market analysis packs</li><li>Work closely with the team to manage data integrity such as seasonality and pricing</li><li>Key contact for merchandise reporting and all aspects of merchandising processes and system use</li><li>Supporting with any other ad hoc administration required within the merchandising function</li></ul><p><b>Qualification</b></p><ul><li>Proven experience as a Retail Merchandiser or similar role in the retail industry, preferably in home furnishings or housewares.</li><li><b>Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel(VLOOKUP, pivot table)</b></li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.</li><li>Proficiency in using computerized systems and software relevant to merchandising and inventory management.</li><li>Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and manage time effectively in a dynamic retail environment.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: From AED4,000.00 per month</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Can you describe your proficiency with Excel? What are some advanced functions or features you regularly use?</li><li>What methods do you use to forecast sales and plan inventory levels?</li></ul>

Merchandise Planner

Chalhoub Group

<div><p><b>INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT</b></p><p>
For over seven decades, Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East. In its pursuit to excel as a hybrid luxury retailer, the Group has curated a portfolio of over 10 owned brands and strengthened its distribution and marketing expertise for over 400 international names across luxury fashion, beauty, jewellery, watches, eyewear, and art de vivre categories.</p><p>
Every step at Chalhoub Group is taken to build a future where luxury dreams become reality &mdash; bridging cultures and crafting memorable experiences for our consumers. Be it by constantly reinventing itself, committing to innovation, or embracing new technologies, the Group is shaping the future of luxury retail. It delivers seamless omnichannel experiences across more than 950 stores, online platforms, and mobile apps. Driving this innovation journey is The Greenhouse &mdash; the Group&rsquo;s innovation hub, incubator, and accelerator for startups and emerging businesses, regionally and globally.</p><p>
Chalhoub Group fosters a people-at-heart culture rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a workplace catalysed by forward thinking and future-proofing. Today, it brings together over 16,000 talented professionals across eight countries in the Middle East, with a presence in LATAM. Their collective efforts have earned the Group the Great Place to Work certification in several markets.</p><p>
Sustainability is at the core of the Group&rsquo;s strategy, guided by a clear commitment to people, partners, and the planet. Chalhoub Group is proud to be a member of the United Nations Global Compact, a signatory of the Women&rsquo;s Empowerment Principles, and to have pledged to reach Net Zero by 2040.</p><p><b><br>
What you'll be doing</b>
 </p><p>The Merchandise Planner will use a data-driven approach to optimize sales, margin and inventory in an omnichannel environment. They will forecast future seasonal demand at category &ndash; subcategory level for each region, maximize sell-thru in-season by collaborating with key stakeholders: Commercial, Finance, Ecommerce and Buying. Responsible to lead the OTB working in collaboration with commercial, Finance,<br>
Ecommerce as well as other roles within Supply Chain.
</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Define the sales plan and OTB by partnering with Buying, Finance, Retail, and Ecommerce business to develop the merchandise strategy, using data-driven input from sales trends, market conditions and supplier demands to drive profitable decision making.</li><li>Monitor Inventory Aging and recommend actions on markdowns and liquidation to achieve inventory targets considering Category and Brand identity.</li><li>Drive pricing strategy and plan seasonal markdowns by item to maximize sales and gross margin in collaboration with Buying and Retail.</li><li>Assess and highlight risks and opportunities on sales, gross margin and inventory, based on supply or demand gaps, recommending possible solutions.</li><li>Re-plan business in-season based on latest performance and present it to management with recommendations</li><li>Develop and provide buying with category assortment recommendations plans by Channel / Region / Store which are aligned with the merchandise strategy and proactively suggest improvements to optimize revenue and profitability through what if Scenarios.</li><li>Monitor inventory mix in each location and recommend seasonal stock transfers, if needed, in order to boost sales.</li></ul><p><b>
What you&rsquo;ll need to succeed</b>
</p><p>5 years' experience in planning for categories like handbags, women's shoes, and accessories.</p><ul>
</ul><p></p><p>A bachelor's degree in supply chain or any related principle.</p><p>
Advanced Excel analytics skills</p><p><b>
What we can offer you</b>
</p><p>With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.
</p><p>We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.</p><p><b>
We Invite All Applicants to Apply</b></p><p>
It Takes Diversity Of Thought, Culture, Background, Differing Abilities and Perspectives to truly Inspire, Exhilarate and Delight our customers. At Chalhoub Group, we are committed to inclusion and diversity.</p><p>
We welcome all applicants to apply and be part of our exciting future. We ensure equal opportunity for all our applicants without regard to gender, age, race, religion, national origin or disability status.</p></div>

Merchandise Planner - Tryano

The Children's Place

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   Create monthly financial plans at division and category level for fiscal time periods
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   Recap end of season performance at division, category, season, and style levels for merchandise buy period
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   Conduct basic stock replenishment (order quantity by style, color, and size)
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   Key item planning for all basic styles (sales, margin, inventory)
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   Conduct daily, monthly, quarterly, and seasonal sales reporting
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   Proven track record of financially astute business management
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   Expertise in retail math with strong analytical skills/ learning agility
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   Ability to identify and clearly communicate business opportunities and risks/ analytical and data reasoning
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Merchandise Planner (Pakistan Office)

Under Armour

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Values &amp; Innovation</b></h2></div><div><p>
At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.</p><p></p><p><br>
Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.</p><p></p><p><br>
Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.</p><p></p><p><br>
If you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on the <b>Internal Career Site Here.</b></p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Purpose of Role</b></h2></div><div><p>
The Professional, Global Merchandise Planner &ndash; Accessories is responsible to manage and forecast financial targets across global markets, driving alignment with Under Armour&rsquo;s financial goals, market demands, and product creation. The Accessories role includes Bags, Headwear, Gloves, Socks and Other miscellaneous accessories. This role aims to optimize profitability sustainably for Accessories across diverse geographic regions through the analysis of sales trends, product, marketing and regional strategies, in partnership with product/merchant teams.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Your Impact</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>Develop and implement financial plans for assigned categories and regions. Align plans with global targets, regional consumer trends, and macroeconomic factors.</li><li>Collaborate with global product, regional planning counterparts, and other departments such as marketing, and finance&mdash;to ensure financial plans are aligned and support overall business objectives.</li><li>Work in partnership with Global Product to provide financial and analytical input into slot line architecture planning, product creation/design, and assortment optimization.</li><li>Analyze complex historical trends and data to optimize future forecasts and inform strategies and action plans. Understand and articulate the health of the business back to the team, communicating identifying risks and opportunities.</li><li>Support marketplace product transition planning, building product ladders, and providing recommendations to channel and supply teams.</li><li>Work closely with Regional Merchandising to provide financial input into assortment development.</li><li>Track and monitor financial performance against targets. Identify trends and variances, providing recommendations for adjustments to improve outcomes.</li><li>Use AI-enabled analytics tools to assist in deriving insights into top-down financial planning.</li><li>Help manage and synchronize financial planning with demand and inventory across various channels, ensuring alignment with sales performance.</li><li>Collaborate with Regional Channel Planning to ensure the reconciliation of top-down and bottom-up financial plans.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Qualifications</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.</li><li>2-4 years of experience in channel planning, marketing, or a related role.</li><li>Experience in the apparel or footwear industry is preferred.</li><li>Knowledgeable of merchandise financial planning, with exposure to scenario planning and long-range forecasting using financial plans &amp; historical data.</li><li>Knowledgeable of fundamental financial concepts, such as revenue, costs, and profit margins, as well as how they relate to planning processes.</li><li>Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate key data findings to non-technical teams, with guidance, ensuring alignment with broader business goals</li><li>Proficient with data analysis and basic proficiency in tools for reporting and insights.</li><li>Develop skills in identifying problems and working with predictive analytics tools to support basic refinement of recommendations.</li><li>Some experience with planning tools such as Blue Yonder or similar</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to work within a team and support planning initiatives.</li><li>Ability to interpret data and assist in shaping business narratives, providing support for decision-making processes by contributing data-driven insights.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Workplace Location</b></h2></div><div><ul><li><b>Location: </b>This individual must reside within commuting distance of the Baltimore, MD corporate office.</li><li><b>Work Schedule: </b>This role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days in-office per week</li><li><b>Travel: </b>Limited (5-10% Annually)</li><li><b>Licenses/Certifications: </b>N/A</li></ul><p>
Sponsorship Eligibility: (US ONLY) UA does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based work authorization for this position at this time.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Relocation</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
No relocation provided</li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Base Compensation</b></h2></div><div><p>
 $62,290.12 - $85,648.93 USD</p><p>
Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Benefits &amp; Perks</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Paid &quot;UA Give Back&quot; Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community</li><li>
Under Armour Merchandise Discounts</li><li>
Competitive 401(k) plan matching</li><li>
Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates</li><li>
Health &amp; fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being</li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity</b></h2></div><div><p>
At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people representing a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team via candidateaccommodations@underarmour.com.</p></div></div></div>

Professional, Global Merchandise Planner - Accessories

TASC Outsourcing

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   The Assistant Planner delivers the division merchandise strategy through timely creation of Items and Purchase Orders.
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   Responsible for replenishment, allocation and transfers of product.
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   Responsible for the flow of goods through the Supply Chain, providing reports on Sales and Inventory; maximizing the productivity of inventory and maximizing sales and gross margin.
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   Validating of Order Confirmations against Invoices and orders.
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   Ensuring Shipment Trackers are maintained, delivery dates managed, and deviances are escalated to planners and buyers.
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Assistant Planner (Retail) – (4 months contract) - Immediate Joiners

JCPenney

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Associate Buyer<br>
J.C. Penney Company, Inc.<br>
Plano, Texas</p><p>
The Associate Buyer works with the Buyer or Sr. Buyer in identifying, executing and communicating long term and seasonal merchandise strategies through the development of assortment plans. The Associate Buyer will control merchandising and marketing messages that meet or exceed sales, profit and inventory plans for JCPenney Stores and JCP.com</p><div>
Primary Responsibilities:<br>
<ul><li>Develop a competitive merchandise assortment plan that is customer focused and adjusts to sales plans based on competition, business needs, and fashion/industry trends</li><li>Manage all aspects of assortment, product placement, order writing, marketing, pricing, signing, and markdowns</li><li>Build strong product assortments with suppliers and negotiate pricing and inventory for assigned categories</li><li>Utilize open-to-buy to manage business pre-season and in-season while working in tangent with Planner to maximize business opportunities</li><li>Evaluate suppliers on new and existing products, including but not limited to quality, pricing, shipping time, customer demand and return on investment</li><li>Integrate brand, sourcing, marketing and supply chain functions into the merchandising process to make business decisions</li><li>Determine item lifecycles and exit strategies as well as identify items to maximize promotional and marketing strategies</li><li>Attend all market weeks, store trips, trade shows and conferences</li><li>Train and coach Assistant Buyers &amp; Sr. Assistant Buyers</li></ul></div><div>
Core Competencies &amp; Accomplishments:<br>
<ul><li>College degree or equivalent business experience</li><li>Minimum 4 years merchandising experience; preferably with a large organization in a similar role</li><li>Thorough knowledge of buying and operations gained through progressive buying experience</li><li>Assortment optimization and Business Planning</li><li>Supplier and Price Management</li><li>Strong Decision Making ability and Negotiation Skills</li><li>Adaptability/Perseverance</li><li>Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook required</li></ul></div><p>
What you get:<br>
We offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, and an associate discount on JCPenney merchandise.</p><p>
About JCPenney:<br>
At JCPenney, we share a passion for serving customers, supporting our communities and being the best retailer for all families. As a company founded on the Golden Rule, our success is rooted in the belief that we treat everyone the way we would want to be treated. At every touchpoint, customers discover stylish merchandise at incredible value from an extensive portfolio of private, exclusive and national brands. Reinforcing this shopping experience is the customer service and warrior spirit of approximately 98,000 associates across the globe, all driving toward the Company's mission to help customers find what they love for less time, money and effort.</p><p>
Working at JCPenney means joining a dedicated team of associates who are encouraged to be uniquely themselves in a safe, caring and welcoming environment. It is a place where careers prosper, accomplishments are celebrated and diversity flourishes. It&rsquo;s a place that&rsquo;s meant for you.</p><p>
For more opportunities to join our team please visit our careers page.</p><p>
Follow us and see what&rsquo;s new: Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Media Room jcp.com</p><p>
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Pay Range: USD $65,000.00 - USD $105,000.00 /Yr.</div>

Associate Buyer

Landmark Group

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  Develop strategic buying plans for the assigned department/category. Ensure smooth buying operations through vendor identification, evaluation, and selection, in compliance with the contract principles to achieve the strategic and financial objectives of the concept .
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  Plan, Identify and select new range of products and review the existing ones
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  Analyze customer demand, price, quality and availability
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  Maintain relationships with existing suppliers and source new suppliers for future products
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  Liaise with stores and territories to ensure supply meets demand and right product ranges are assigned in respective stores and territories
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  Support in the seasonal budget keeping in mind past performance, current trends and future events that may impact the business
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  Negotiate products for the assigned subgroups at the lowest possible price and with the most viable commercial terms
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  Partner with the Merchandise Planner to manage and control inventory levels, stock replenishment and delivery objectives
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  Review existing items to ensure products remain competitive
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  Provide a commercially viable range of merchandise at competitive prices
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  Analyzing market reports and strategizing plans for the stores, then presenting ideas to senior management
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  Create promotional plans in conjunction with marketing
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  Conduct market visits for R &amp; D both International and within territories
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  Attend Trade fairs every season in order to assess trends and be abreast with the current market scenario
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  Travel and meet Suppliers every season and place orders to get timely deliveries
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  Train and mentor junior staff
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  Ability to thrive in a high growth, entrepreneurial and ambiguous environment
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  Strong analytical, commercial, and problem-solving skills, with a &ldquo;hands-on&rdquo; attitude and a focus on fast execution
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  Good sense for trends, creativity and a thorough understanding of customer needs
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  Strong communication skills and ability to clearly communicate with different stakeholders
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  Ability to prioritize tasks and to balance immediate and long term needs of the business while retaining agility to pivot as needed
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  Ability to recognize a new trend, item, look, technique, early in its life-cycle and deliver quickly
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  Fashion Graduate, 6-8 years of product development and sourcing experience, for furniture and home furnishing products preferred. NIFT , Pearl Institute preffered .
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Buyer - Upholstery - Home Box

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