merchandise planning manager

Boscov's Department Store

<div>Boscov&rsquo;s Merchandise Allocator/ Planner- Men's Division
Job Responsibilities
As a member of the merchant team, the Merchandise Allocator will coordinate with the Merchants on the many functions of the buying office area.
Additional responsibilities of the Allocator include:<ul><li>
Develop and propose actionable strategies to maximize efficiency of stock to drive sales</li><li>
Partner with multiple merchants on the development of pre-season plans and quarterly forecasts</li><li>
Management of replenishment system through creation and maintenance of model stocks</li><li>
Working with the buyers to evaluate assortment performance for additions or deletions to the replenishment system merchandise</li></ul> 
Job Requirements
Successful candidates for the Allocator role should have the ability to work with our merchants to assist in business analysis to maximize sales.
Additional requirements of the Allocator include:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent related experience</li><li>
Prior retail allocation experience or equivalent retail experience</li><li>
Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Hyperion, Arthur Planning, and JDA</li><li>
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills</li><li>
Excellent time management skills</li><li>
Ability to work cohesively in a team environment; Consistently looking for ways to improve processes and share those ideas with team</li></ul> 
Benefits
At Boscov&rsquo;s, we value our employees, and that&rsquo;s why we provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. As a Full-Time member of our merchant team, you will be eligible to receive:<ul><li>
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision</li><li>
Short term disability/ Long term disability- voluntary</li><li>
Life Insurance (company paid)</li><li>
401(k) w/ company match</li><li>
Weekly Pay</li><li>
Paid vacation</li><li>
Liberal employee discount</li></ul> 
Work where people love to shop!
Equal Opportunity Employer
#INDCORP</div>

Merchandise Allocator/ Planner- Men's Division

Louis Feraud Paris LLC

Education and Experience:<ul><li>Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business or any related field</li></ul><ul><li>Experience: Proven experience in Merchandise to any of the following categories:</li></ul>[Suit; Shirt; Trouser; Casual wear including Denim Jeans; Knitwear (T-shirt; Pullover &amp; Innerwear); woven, outerwear; Ladies products; Shoes; Leather Jackets; socks; Bags &amp; Accessories.]Knowledge and Skills:o	Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excelo	Preferably with knowledge in the Navision softwareResponsibilities:o	Identify fast moving/ slow moving merchandiseo	Identify sales opportunities through effective strategic planning and execution that achieve financial goals.o	Responsible for forecasting sales plans and revising requirements during in-season trading, drafting merchandise plans down to the level of Store by month by department, detailing sales, markdown, intake, and stocko	Take necessary action against low sales garments of all seasonso	Create seasonal financial plans; examine and anticipate sales, margin, and turn in comparison to plan and trend.o	Analyze market needs based on fashion trendo	Analyze competitor prices.o	Determine the most important trading factors based on Brand/Product.o	Analyze historical sales data to create desirable SKU breakdown by classification along with reasonable color counts.o	Provide accurate input to the sourcing team in order for them to create a proper budget / OTB that takes into account all aspects, including cost factors.o	Analyze historical sales data to create desirable SKU breakdown by classification along with reasonable color counts.o	Identify current sales trends in fast moving trend and season.o	Responsible for tracking stock transfers across locations based on demand and sales trends / inputs.o	Mobilize product movement data; demand; stock; and agingo	Ability to analyze data and draw relevant conclusionso	Monitor and advise on stock and space management in relation to brand and product range goals.o	Responsible for product movement; stock in stores; stock in transit; stock in warehouse; both in the UAE and abroad.o	Analyze allocation strategies to create location traits and allocation mask profiles based on current sales trends.o	Plan product locations and SKU mixes for different categoriesJob Type: Full-timePay: AED4,500.00 - AED8,000.00 per month

Merchandise Planner

Vans

<div>Now that you&rsquo;ve found the job description, what&rsquo;s next?
Vans is the original brand rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. We are driven by our mission to inspire and empower everyone to live &ldquo;Off The Wall&rdquo; &ndash; embracing the youthful spirit of freedom, non-conformity, and relentless progression. Yesterday&rsquo;s &ldquo;Off The Wall&rdquo; moment is today&rsquo;s new normal, and at Vans, we believe in constantly outdoing ourselves. Together with our communities across the globe, our vision is to push culture forward because we believe that the pursuit of progression never ends. We are constantly inspired by the future generation of positive catalysts within our community.
So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us &ndash; our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of people who think and live &ldquo;Off the Wall,&rdquo; Vans just may be the place for you.
To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Vans Careers or www.vans.com.
What will you do?
A day in the life of a Wholesale Planning Manager at Vans looks a little like this.
The Wholesale Planning Manager works alongside the Wholesale Sales Team and Wholesale Merchandising team to quantify the sell-in strategy, the execution of the sell-in, in-season management tactics and post-season analysis to deliver a sales and inventory experience that meets the needs of both the Vans Customer as well as our Wholesale partners in the Americas.
Let&rsquo;s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.<ul><li>
Wholesale Assortment Revenue Strategy &ndash; Leads strategic forecasting from LRP to in-season to post-season, ensuring optimal assortment positioning across Americas Wholesale Accounts.</li><li>
Analyzing sales to flag sales and inventory risks and opportunities to meet the needs of the Vans consumers as well as maximizing sell-out revenue for our Wholesale partners,</li><li>
Sales Performance and Demand Planning &ndash; analyze sell-out sales data, market trends and consumer insights to re-forecast demand, drive wholesale partner profitability and optimize the wholesale option width and breadth.</li><li>
Cross-Functional and Regional Collaboration &ndash; align with DTC/E-com. Marketing, merchandising, sales and partner accounts to ensure our partner assortments support the account strategy, brand strategy, market needs and seasonal plan.</li><li>
Post-Season Meltdown analyzing sales and inventory performance to support lessons learned, account meetings and influence the future assortment and financial strategy to support long-term, sustainable mutual growth for both Vans and our wholesale partners.</li><li>
Leadership, Mentorship, Coaching and Support of a team of Wholesale Planners.
</li></ul>What do you need to succeed?
We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you&rsquo;ll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, while formal education in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your 6+ years of experience in either merchandise, DTC, wholesale or demand planning and professional achievements.
The foundation skills you will need in this position are:<ul><li>
High degree of emotional intelligence &amp; communication skills (needed in order to foster a collaborative team environment, build strong relationships, and resolve disagreements with candor)</li><li>
Strategic vision (ability to articulate a clear, long-term strategy rooted in business and planning acumen, historical analysis and understanding of the marketplace and brand vision)</li><li>
Cross-functional Communication at all levels including senior leadership.</li><li>
Strong Analytical skills with expertise in demand forecasting, inventory management, and financial modeling in both excel and merchandise financial planning tools.
</li><li>Consumer insight and empathy (deep understanding of consumer needs, trends, and local cultural nuances and how they translate into a planning quantification.</li><li>
Understanding the tactics to drive revenue and profitability growth in a global, multi-channel retail environment including but not limited to wholesale partners.</li><li>
Experience working with diverse markets with a strong understanding of regional differences in retail and consumer behavior.</li></ul>
There are also a few skills that are not required but preferred.<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Finance, or a related fields; MBA or advanced degree preferred.</li><li>
Experience with merchandise planning tools and technologies (eg: ERP, BI, or AI-driven analytics platforms)</li><li>
Strong background in digital commerce and omnichannel planning strategies.</li></ul>
What do we offer you?
At Vans, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do.
To learn more about Vans&rsquo; benefits package, follow this MyVFBenefits.com and click &ldquo;Looking to Join VF&rdquo;.
To learn more about Vans&lsquo; Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to www.vans.com.
Now WE have a question for YOU.
Are you in?
Hiring Range:
$99,360.00 USD - $124,200.00 USD annually
Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.
Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.
At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual&rsquo;s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.
Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.</div>

Vans: Wholesale Planning Manager

Chalhoub Group

What You'll Be Doing&nbsp;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 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,Ecommerce as well as other roles within Supply Chain.Key Responsibilities 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. Monitor Inventory Aging and recommend actions on markdowns and liquidation to achieve inventory targets considering Category and Brand identity. Drive pricing strategy and plan seasonal markdowns by item to maximize sales and gross margin in collaboration with Buying and Retail. Assess and highlight risks and opportunities on sales, gross margin and inventory, based on supply or demand gaps, recommending possible solutions. Re-plan business in-season based on latest performance and present it to management with recommendations 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. Monitor inventory mix in each location and recommend seasonal stock transfers, if needed, in order to boost sales.What You ll Need To Succeed5 years' experience in planning for categories like handbags, women's shoes, and accessories.A bachelor's degree in supply chain or any related principle.Advanced Excel analytics skillsWhat We Can Offer YouWith 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.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.We Invite All Applicants to ApplyIt 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.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.

Merchandise Planner - Tryano

Confidential Company

• Launch Plan (Drop-wise) - Plan Story-wise/Drop-wise season launch.• Once merchandise is launched, check execution of MPM on floor and advise if any changes required.• Monitor Sell-thru and Stock cover.• Stock Allocation, Replenishment & Inter-store transfer.• Consolidation of merchandise in higher selling stores to optimize sell-thru.• Sales Plan Liquidation Plan of old season merchandise during bi-annual sales.• Coordinate with stores on regular basis.• Reverse Logistics Store to Warehouse for merchandise pull-outs of old season or excess merchandise.• Identify slow movers and make plan for mark downs.• Control ageing inventory and see to it that all ageing inventory are well within the industry average.• Top-up on fast movers if required - Check demand and place top-up orders.• Pricing architecture for In-house brands - Figure the distribution brands pricing architecture so that it meets companies’ financial requirements.• Capacity Plan Regularly update capacity plan for the stores for optimum stock levels.• Capacity vs Stock – Take action accordingly to see that stores are neither overstocked or understock.• Ensure GP% is as desired - Monitor sales.• Best Buy Plan - In season sales plan for cut-size options at Price Points.• Masters, Product hierarchy.• SWOT Analysis for respective brands every season.

Al-Futtaim

<div>Job Requisition ID: 173749
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A&rdquo;rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group&rsquo;s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day. 

Overview Of The Role: 
<ul><li>
The Merchandise Planning Manager is integral to overseeing and directing the sales planning processes across different market segments and business units at varying time scales&mdash;annually, monthly, and daily. The role's focal point is to manage critical business KPIs, including sales, cash margin, markdown costs, and closing stocks. Additionally, this position involves controlling space and OTB (Open-to-Buy) planning for the business and ensuring the provision of comprehensive and accurate business reports. Collaboration with finance, retail, and buying teams is crucial for devising sales budgets and strategies, alongside managing markdown and promotion strategies effectively. Success in this role depends heavily on analytical capabilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills.</li></ul> 

What You Will Do: 
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Sales Planning</h4> 
<ul><li>
Plan Annual Business Plan by Market, Store, and BU at annual, monthly, and daily levels.</li><li>
Work closely with Finance and Retail teams to plan accurate Annual Sales Budget by Month and Market.</li><li>
Forecast Sales by Day for the total business.</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
KPI Management</h4> 
<ul><li>
Manage all Key Business KPI's: Sales, Cash Margin, Markdown Cost, and Closing Stock.</li><li>
Deliver accurate Business Reports and provide analysis to drive key Business KPIs.</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Space and OTB Planning</h4> 
<ul><li>
Control Space and OTB Planning by Business Unit (BU) for the business.</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Collaboration and Strategy</h4> 
<ul><li>
Work with Buying and Retail teams to plan accurate sales by Week and BU.</li><li>
Manage End to End Process on Markdown/Promotion Strategy.</li><li>
Engage in ad hoc projects as assigned.</li></ul> 

Required Skills To Be Successful: 
<ul><li>
Advanced MS Excel proficiency.</li><li>
Strong analytical and numeric skills.</li><li>
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Experience in the FMCG/Food Retailing industry.</li></ul> 

What Qualifies You For The Role: 
<ul><li>
University graduate with a minimum of 8 years experience in planning, with management experience from the FMCG/Food Retailing industry.</li><li>
Strong analytical capabilities paired with excellent business acumen.</li><li>
Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, and knowledge of SAP as an advantage.</li><li>
High attention to detail, numerate skills, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li></ul> 
We&rsquo;re here to provide excellent service but a little help from you can ensure a five-star candidate experience from start to finish. 

Before you click &ldquo;apply&rdquo;: Please read the job description carefully to ensure you can confidently demonstrate why this opportunity is right for you and take the time to put together a well-crafted and personalised CV to further boost your visibility. Our global Talent Acquisition team members are all assigned to specific businesses to ensure that we make the best matches between talent and opportunities. We not only consider the requisite compatibility of skills and behaviours, but also how candidates align with our Values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. 

As part of our candidate experience promise, we also want to make ourselves available to you throughout the application process. We make every effort to review and respond to every application.</div>

Assistant Planning Manager

<div>INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT
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.
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.
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.
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. 
What you'll be doing
 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, 
Ecommerce as well as other roles within Supply Chain.
Key Responsibilities<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>
What you&rsquo;ll need to succeed
5 years' experience in planning for categories like handbags, women's shoes, and accessories.<ul>
</ul>A bachelor's degree in supply chain or any related principle.
Advanced Excel analytics skills
What we can offer you
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.
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.
We Invite All Applicants to Apply
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.
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.</div>

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