retail planner

BANANA CLUB 

Job Title: Merchandise PlannerDepartment: Merchandising &amp; PlanningLocation: Bangalore (Head Office)Reports To: Head of RetailRole Overview:At Banana Club, we don&rsquo;t just sell clothes &mdash; we move trends, create stories, and make sure every store feels fresh and full of energy.The Merchandise Planner sits at the intersection of data and design &mdash; turning numbers into decisions that drive business. From planning monthly buys to optimizing store stock and margins, you&rsquo;ll ensure that every product that hits the floor has the best chance to sell, fast and full-price.You&rsquo;ll work closely with the Buyer, Allocator, Stores and VM team to plan, track, and fine-tune the product mix across our stores.Key Responsibilities1. Pre-Season Planning &amp; Forecasting<ul><li>Develop seasonal and monthly sales, stock, and margin plans by category and store cluster.</li><li>Set up OTB (Open-to-Buy) budgets aligned with business goals.</li><li>Analyze past season data to identify growth categories, trending styles, and seasonal opportunities.</li><li>Partner with the Buyer to decide buy quantities and style depth for new season assortments.</li></ul>2. In-Season Trading &amp; Performance Tracking<ul><li>Review weekly sell-through, STR, and rate of sale (ROS) reports.</li><li>Identify bestsellers and slow movers &mdash; recommend reorders, transfers, or markdowns.</li><li>Re-forecast sales and stock weekly to ensure healthy stock cover.</li><li>Work with the Allocator to ensure right product flow across stores and optimal replenishment.</li></ul>3. Inventory Management &amp; Optimization<ul><li>Track inventory ageing, stock cover, and availability by store and category.</li><li>Initiate inter-store transfers or consolidations to maximize sell-through and minimize overstock.</li><li>Ensure smooth flow of stock from warehouse to stores, avoiding stockouts.</li><li>Monitor core style performance and trigger reorders with the Buyer.</li></ul>4. Collaboration with Buying, VM &amp; Store Ops<ul><li>Work with the Buyer to finalize seasonal buys and new product introductions.</li><li>Partner with VM and Store Ops to ensure store displays align with stock availability and commercial priorities.</li><li>Share performance insights to help VM prioritize focus stories and product zones.</li></ul>Key Skills &amp; Competencies<ul><li>Driven and willing to make an impact on the brand</li><li>Strong analytical and Excel/Google Sheets proficiency.</li><li>Understanding of retail KPIs (STR, ROS, Sell-Through, Stock Cover, Margin).</li><li>Strong coordination and communication across teams.</li><li>Commercial thinker with an eye for fashion trends and customer demand.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented retail environment.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Graduate or Postgraduate in Fashion Management, Retail, or Business Analytics.</li><li>2&ndash;5 years of experience in merchandise planning, category management, or retail analytics.</li><li>Familiarity with POS/ERP systems (e.g., Logic, Ginesys, SAP, or similar).</li><li>Knowledge of BI or visualization tools (Excel dashboards, Power BI, etc.) is a plus.</li></ul>Success Metrics<ul><li>Achieving targeted sell-throughs and stock turns.</li><li>Maintaining healthy stock cover and balanced inventory.</li><li>Accurate sales and OTB forecasting.</li><li>Reduced markdown dependency and higher full-price sell-through.</li></ul>The Banana Club WayFast-moving, data-driven, and youth-led &mdash; Banana Club thrives on energy and agility.Keep the engine tuned &mdash; so every style hits the right store, at the right time, and sells before the next drop hits.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: &#8377;25,000.00 - &#8377;40,000.00 per monthBenefits:<ul><li>Provident Fund</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Merchandise Planner (Retail Planner)

Majid Al Futtaim

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 BUSINESS INTRODUCTION
 
 
 
 Majid Al Futtaim Holding is the leading shopping mall, retail, communities, entertainment developer and operator in the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia regions. With over 48,000 people, revenues of over US$ 11 Billion, and operations in 18 countries. Some of the iconic brands we carry include Mall of the Emirates, Carrefour, All Saints, Lego, City Center, Abercrombie &amp; Fitch, &amp; Vox Cinemas. We believe in making Great Moments for Everyone, Every day.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 JOB TITLE
 
 
 
 Planner | MAF LifeStyle | Planning &amp; Merchandising
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Summary
 
 
 
 The Planner supports the Senior Planner &amp; Planning Manager to effectively analyze multi-dimensional plans including sales trends, gross margin and inventory partnering with the Buying and Store teams to maximize retail profits through effective planning and trading of ranges throughout the region covered. The role controls delivery, allocation and replenishment activities in line with agreed range and allocation plans to identify and action opportunities for optimizing sales and stock holding .
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ROLE PROFILE
 
 
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 Accountable for the right products / stock to be available in the right quantities at the right place at the right time.
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 Responsible for monitoring line and product category performance ensuring stock is kept at optimum levels by: - Store transfers - Replenishment - Sell thru by product category - Sale and mark down management
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 Plan collection&rsquo;s clearance and end of season markdown for achievement of sell through to be in line with the margin expectations of the business.
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 Create hindsight reports highlight performance against plan by producing a weekly sales, stock and intake summary (WSSI), future in-season sales, mark downs, intake and stock and communicate any risks to profit or stock targets to Senior Management
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 Track and understand customer profiles, trends and preferences to make sound product/stock decisions meeting customer expectations
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 Develop and maintain strong inter and intra departmental relationships for open and effective sharing of information and follow up actions
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 Monitor Warehouse service levels and work with Logistics to track shipments and timely delivery of stock transfers
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 Monitor Warehouse service levels and work with Logistics to track shipments and timely delivery of stock transfers
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 Requirements
 
 
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 Graduate degree in a related field preferably business or finance
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 2- 4 years in a Planner role
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 Experience in a Retail environment is mandatory
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 Excellent to Fluent English
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 What We Offer
 
 
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 At Majid Al Futtaim, we&rsquo;re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We&rsquo;re proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us!
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 Work from any country in the world for 30 days a year.
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 Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
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 Work with over 50,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.
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Planner

Indinoor

Job Title: Retail Inventory Planner &ndash; Jewelry Location: Prabhadevi,Mumbai Department: Merchandising / Planning Role Overview: The Retail Inventory Planner will be responsible for demand forecasting, Open-to-Buy (OTB) planning, stock allocation, replenishment, and inventory optimization across online and offline channels. This role ensures the right product mix, availability, and stock turns while supporting revenue growth and minimizing inventory risk. Prior experience in jewelry planning / merchandising is essential.Key Responsibilities: OTB &amp; Financial Planning: Build, manage, and track monthly/seasonal OTB plans aligned with business targets; Monitor budgets vs actuals, recommend re-buys, markdowns, and replenishments; Support assortment planning aligned to price points, collections, categories, and trends. Demand Forecasting &amp; Inventory Management: Prepare sales, demand and stock forecasts by category/store/channel; Ensure optimal stock levels &ndash; avoid both overstocking and stock-outs; Plan new launches, seasonal drops, bestsellers, slow movers and EOSS; Track product lifecycle &ndash; introduction to exit planning. Allocation &amp; Replenishment: Allocate inventory across stores, online, marketplaces, SIS &amp; MBOs; Define replenishment norms based on sell-thru and store performance; Ensure smooth inwarding coordination with warehouse, supply chain and stores. Analysis &amp; Reporting: Weekly/monthly MIS on sell-thru %, stock cover, ageing, stock turns, category performance; Identify trends, build insights, and support business decisions; Competitor benchmarking &amp; price positioning understanding (preferred). Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Buying, Merchandising, Warehouse, Retail Operations, Finance &amp; Vendors; Support buying decisions with data-backed recommendations.Candidate Profile: 3&ndash;6 years experience in retail planning/inventory planning; Industry: Jewelry / Fashion / Luxury / Accessories (Jewelry preferred); Strong understanding of OTB, Sell-through, Stock Cover, GMROI, Markdown planning; Advanced Excel; familiarity with ERP/planning tools preferred; Strong analytical, commercial &amp; problem-solving mindset.Key Skills: OTB &amp; Financial Planning, Demand Forecasting, Stock Allocation &amp; Replenishment, Data Analysis &amp; Reporting, Attention to Detail, Business Acumen.Key KPIs: Sell-through %, Stock Turnover Ratio, Stock Cover, Ageing Inventory Reduction, Availability &amp; Fill Rate, OTB adherence.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: From ₹1,314,656.17 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Leave encashment</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid sick time</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Provident Fund</li><li>Work from home</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Inventory Planner

Slimstock

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 Slimstock is a leading global provider of inventory optimization and supply chain solutions software company. We help businesses in the retail, e-commerce, whole sales, production and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sectors optimize their inventory, improve service levels, and reduce costs. We are currently seeking a dynamic and motivated Retail Planner Consultant with experience in Retail to join our team in Istanbul.
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description:
 
 
 As Retail Planner Consultant at Slimstock, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality consultancy services to our clients in the retail and FMCG sectors. Your responsibilities will include:
 
 
 
 
 
 &middot;The main responsibility is to initiate and lead inventory and forecasting improvement projects. The responsibility starts with assistance at the pre-sales stage, through the analysis of the current situation through the design of the solution up to its implementation by using the capabilities of Slim4.
 
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 Analyzing clients' inventory management practices and supply chain processes.
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 Experiance of allocation planning, replenishment, and promotional planning.
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 Implementing Slimstock &rsquo;s solutions to optimize inventory levels and enhance operational efficiency.
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 Collaborating with clients to understand their unique challenges and tailor solutions to meet their needs.
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 Conducting training sessions and workshops to empower clients with the knowledge to manage their supply chains effectively.
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 Monitoring and evaluating the impact of implemented solutions and making adjustments as needed.
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 Qualifications:
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
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 Maximum 3 years of experience in supply chain management, Demand Planning, inventory planning preferably in the retail or FMCG sectors.
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 Experience of allocation planning, replenishment strategies, and promotional planning.
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 Enthusiasm for demand planning and a commitment to continuously improving in this area.
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 Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
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 Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
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 Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships with clients.
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 Preferably reside in Istanbul Anatolian side.
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 Willingness and ability to travel as required for client engagements and project needs.
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 What We Offer:
 
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 Opportunities for professional growth and development.
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 The chance to work with leading experts in the field of supply chain management.
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 Young, dynamic, supportive and friendly work environment,
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 Global training and a visit to the Netherlands,
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 Long-term Schengen visa opportunities,
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 Lots of happy hours programs.
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 If you are passionate about demand planning and inventory optimisation, eager to develop your expertise, and excited about contributing to our clients' success, we invite you to apply and join our team at Slimstock.
 
 
 
 
 
 How to Apply:
 
 
 Please send your resume and cover letter to s.yilmaz@slimstock.com with the subject line "Retail Planner Consultant Application &ndash; [Your Name]". Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
 
 
 
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Retail Consultant

Athlocity

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 Who we are:
 
 
 GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun &amp; Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Assortment Planner
 
 will be responsible for managing seasonal assortments and driving category performance through strategic planning and execution within Athlocity&rsquo;s B&amp;M team. This role supports category management by aligning assortment strategies with market needs, business objectives, and sales targets. A key focus of the role is efficient stock management to optimize inventory levels, reduce markdowns, and maximize sell-through. The Assortment Planner will support the Category Manager in the buying process and develop targeted merchandising strategies aimed at achieving category sales and margin targets, while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure successful implementation across regions.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 1. Assortment Strategy Development
 
 
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 Create and quantify channel-specific assortment plans.
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 Use historical data, trend insights, and market analytics to inform product selection.
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 Review product lifecycle performance and recommend additions, deletions, or substitutions.
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 Conduct post-season reviews and share key learnings with stakeholders.
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 2. Data Analysis &amp; Forecasting
 
 
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 Monitor and manage inventory levels to maintain healthy stock positions and minimize excess.
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 Support Open-to-Buy (OTB) planning and execution in partnership with the buying team.
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 Forecast demand and adjust assortments to maximize revenue and minimize markdowns.
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 Create distribution plans for new seasons; analyze and adjust store-wise and region-wise size allocations.
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 Collaborate with Merchandisers and Allocators to effectively deliver category targets.
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 3. Cross-Functional Collaboration
 
 
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 Partner with Category Managers, Buyers, and Planners to align seasonal buys with assortment needs.
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 Collaborate with Allocation and Distribution teams to ensure accurate product flow to stores and regions.
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 4. Technology &amp; Tools
 
 
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 Leverage planning software (e.g., SAP, JDA, Oracle Retail, or similar).
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 Use BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Excel) to create dashboards and reports.
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 Competencies
 
 
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 Advanced expertise in product planning, analysis, and forecasting.
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 Strong proficiency in inventory management principles and execution of inventory plans.
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 Ability to interpret and analyze complex product data sets.
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 Strong understanding of retail operations, preferably within the sports retail sector.
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 Qualifications
 
 
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 4&ndash;6 years of experience in Planning.
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 Experience in retail (mandatory).
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Management.
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 Experience:
 
 6-8 years of experience in planning roles, particularly in retail or fashion/apparel.
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 Proficiency in
 
 Advanced Excel
 
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 Microsoft PowerPoint
 
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 Strong analytical and statistical acumen to interpret data and develop actionable insights.
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 Experience with
 
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Demand Planner

Catbird

<div><div>Catbird is hiring for a Merchandise Planner to join the team. In this role, you&rsquo;ll oversee sales and inventory planning across our growing jewelry collection, helping us balance data-driven precision with creativity. This is a full-time position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working cross-functionally. You&rsquo;ll collaborate closely with merchandising, retail, and operations teams to ensure the right pieces are in the right place at the right time.
</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Key Responsibilities
</h3><ul><li>Planning, Projections: analyze sales, stock levels, margin and other key metrics. Deliver sales projections and target stock levels by sku, style, product type, location.</li><li>
Reporting, Analysis: prepare regular reports, presenting recommendations re assortment edits, product or category opportunities, liabilities.</li><li>
Allocation, Inventory: provide per location sku minimums and assess stock balance transfer efficiency.</li><li>
New releases: work across departments on new product launches including sku creation, listing readiness, stock availability. Manage dissemination of product knowledge.</li><li>
Catalogue: maintain and update back-end for all active products including cost/price reviews, listing and sku adjustments, assortment changes.</li><li>
Management/Leadership: manage, develop and train assistants and coordinators. Oversee the proper execution of department tasks. Co-manage projects and initiatives. Represent Merchandising in interdepartmental efforts.</li><li>
Digital: work cross-functionally to optimize web sales, product/category performance and conversion by supporting the building/maintenance of website listings and other features, and providing product recommendations for mailers and social.</li></ul><div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Our Ideal Candidate</h3><ul><li>
4-5+ years in buying or planning</li><li>
1-2+ years of management experience</li><li>
Adept at learning new platforms and systems</li><li>
Strong analytical, problem solving, Excel and retail math skills</li><li>
Excellent communication skills</li><li>
Detail oriented</li><li>
Flexible, able to pivot quickly, multitask and set priorities for self &amp; team</li><li>
Strong sense of urgency and ownership</li><li>
Team player with a respectful, positive and supportive approach</li><li>
Willingness to work overtime as necessary</li><li>
Comfortable in a fast-moving, startup-like environment - scrappy, resourceful, and excited to wear many hats as the role evolves</li></ul><div>
Plus bonus</div></div>

Merchandise Planner

Belk

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 The role of the Off-Price Planner is to maximize gross margin dollars &amp; inventory productivity by providing the overall financial direction of a category or department(s). The Off-Price Planner is accountable for the development and implementation of merchandise plans by focusing on inventory, clearance, and opportunistic buys. Off-Price Planners are primarily responsible for developing seasonal merchandise financial plans, pricing strategies and assortment optimization. Off-Price Planners also work with Buyers in assortment and buy planning by facilitating layering of assortments and validating the profitability of purchases. In-season, Off-Price Planners provide in-depth analysis of product performance and make recommendations to maximize business opportunities. The Off-Price Planner will forecast sales and stock needs by monitoring inventory and establishing pricing and discount strategies.
 
 
 
 Essential Functions:
 
 
 
 
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 Develop and execute merchandise financial plans that support the merchandise strategies while achieving corporate financial goals both for the short term (seasonal) and long term (multi-year).
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 Develop inventory plans that deliver quick product turnover without long-term commitment while adjusting strategies based on market fluctuation and inventory availability.
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 Optimize profitability by setting competitive price points in a highly competitive market
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 Analyzes business to the lowest level to identify opportunities in sales, inventory and margin by store, department, and class
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 Develop the assortment plan and the initial buy plan through use of hind sighting and profitability tools
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 Lead Monthly Forecast process to manage business in season and maximize opportunities through product lifecycle management
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 Leverages open-to-buy process to manage business in-season and maximize opportunities
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 Collaborate with Buying Partner and Allocation Team to reconcile merchandise and by-door strategies with store level opportunities
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 Build and maintain strong relationships with Buying Partner and vendors, while building a presence with new and existing vendors within the outlets and company
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 Travels to all necessary work related trips, i.e. markets and store trips
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 Requires designated hybrid in-office work schedule
 
 
 
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 Education:
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of comparable experience preferred
 
 
 
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 Work Experience:
 
 
 
 
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 Works effectively with staff and Divisional/BSS management to achieve sound financial and merchandising solutions based on analysis, input and experience
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 4-6 years retail experience required
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 1-3 years merchandise or financial planning required
 
 
 
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 Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities:
 
 
 
 
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 Ability to work in a fluid, fast paced environment
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 Demonstrates strong analytical and problem solving skills
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 Highly organized and able to multitask
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 Builds and maintains productive relationships with peers, merchant team and allocation team
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 Demonstrates leadership and decision-making skills
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 Takes calculated risks to achieve result
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 Demonstrates strong listening, written and oral communication skills
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 Analyzes business to adapt to unpredictable stock levels and opportunistic buys
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 Reacts to business trends in a timely and efficient manner
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 Adapts to shifting circumstances in a business environment
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 Able to translate strategy into tactical, well-developed financial plans
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 Able to think strategically and provide financial direction for future business opportunities
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 Maintains professionalism in work relationships and habits
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 Develops creative solutions to business issues
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 Communicates effectively with stores and vendors
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 Proficient in Excel and Microsoft office suite of products and business related software
 
 
 
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 Pay Range
 
 
 
 $90,000 - $155,000
 
 
 Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.
 
 
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Planner - Off Price (Hybrid) (New York Office)

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