Merchandise Planner
Merchandise Planner
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Job Description
The Merchandise Planner is responsible for developing annual merchandise plans for a given category in partnership with the Planning Manager Category Manager and Planning Director. This role will assist in driving the businesss overall profitability and lead the weekly forecast planning process managing Open to Buy and key figures (purchases returns inventory markdowns etc.). The Merchandise Planner is also responsible for allocating and replenishing merchandise and maintaining inventory integrity at the store level.
KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS
- Sales & Net Margin
- Inventory Turns and NMROI
- Forecasting accuracy
- EOM Inventory Levels
- Store stock levels and Weeks of supply
- HEAT ticket resolution
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Functional
- Assist in the development and implementation of the strategic plan and annual budget
- Lead the forecasting process for the assigned categories including managing and maintaining Open to Buy
- Monitor and manage article and program performance
- Identify early markdown opportunities on poorly performing items
- Assist in managing the performance of the category group
- Identify best practices and opportunities for improvement against assortment and trend direction (external/internal research) to contribute to improved category performance and overall business intelligence through recommendations on pricing inventory levels promotions etc. and recommending these actions to the Category Manager and Planning Director
- Drive sales and net margin contribution through financial planning and category analysis
- Develop regular reports and recommendations based on review and analysis that are shared with the Category Team
- Manage replenishment orders
- Monitor store stock levels adjusting allocations for performance trends and inventory levels to maintain target inventory levels.
- Recommend reorders based on sales onhand and support product exit strategy.
- Communicate with stores and DC regarding inventory and replenishment questions.
- Work with a sense of urgency to identify opportunities based on sales trends.
- Act as an advocate for the customer by placing them at the forefront of all decisionmaking and design processes.
- Proactively identify and anticipate customer expectations and needs
- Embrace and seek out technology that creates hightech and hightouch solutions for Indigos customers
- Challenge the status quo by consistently identifying areas for improvement diagnosing issues and working to resolve them
People
- Collaborate with others to drive flexible and iterative solutions quickly and easily
- Share technical knowledge with others and actively seek to learn from those more knowledgeable than yourself
- Help others see the impacts of their efforts and proactively engage other functions to get input
- Encourage others to freely share their point of view and be open to feedback
Cultural
- Model Indigos beliefs and convey a positive image in everything you do
- Celebrate the diversity of thought and have an open mindset
- Take an active role in fostering a culture of continual learning taking risks without the fear of making mistakes
- Embrace champion and influence change through your team and/or the organization
SCOPE
Reports to: Manager Planning & Inventory Management
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Internal:
- Finance
- Merchandising
- Supply Chain
- Retail Operations
- Consumer Experience
External:
- Vendors
Qualifications :
Work Experience / Education / Certifications
- Bachelors degree in Finance or a similar/related field
- 3 years experience in a planning or allocationsrelated role
Competencies / Skills / Attributes
- Advanced Excel skills required
- Sound financial and business acumen
- Detailoriented with a strong analytical skill set quantitatively oriented
- Demonstrated abilities in multitasking and problem solving
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of Retail distribution businesses is an asset
- Strong ability to work in a dynamic and fastpaced environment
- Ability to deal with change and uncertainty
- Strong ability to work across functional groups
- Ability to negotiate and influence peers effectively
Additional Information :
At Indigo we are committed to our communities our customers and each other; together we can make a positive impact. We know that fostering diversity and inclusion brings out your full potential and creates a joyful and welcoming environment for everyone. We are driven to be an equitable employer which highly values your diverse backgrounds experiences and perspectives. We believe that you in all your uniqueness belong at Indigo. We welcome all applicants and encourage applications from individuals who identify as Black Indigenous a person of colour LGBTQ2 and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request to individuals who selfidentify as having a disability or special need. Please contact Human Resources at if you require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.
WELCOME HOME
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
