Brand Forecasting Planner

Fort Lauderdale, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ABOUT UA/UNIFORM ADVANTAGE BRANDS

At UA Brands were changing the way healthcare and culinary professionals get dressed. For over 40 years weve created stylish high-performance uniforms designed to empower those on the front lines. Our apparel breaks the mold combining brilliant design with real-world function. Join a team that values creativity impact and community and help us redefine uniforms that dont conform.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Were seeking a data-driven and strategic Brand Forecasting Planner to own the financial and inventory performance of a designated private brand across all this role youll drive in-season forecasting at the stylecolorsize level build forward demand plans and proactively identify risks and opportunities to protect sales and margin.

Partnering closely with the Buyer and cross-functional teams youll translate insights into clear actionable recommendations that keep the business healthy agile and growing.

WHAT YOULL DO

Own in-season forecasting at the stylecolorsize level continuously analyzing performance to identify risks and opportunities early
Build manage and refine an 18-month forward forecast by style and color ensuring alignment with brand strategy financial targets and lifecycle plans
Develop and maintain inventory projections receipt flows and allocation strategies across shared omni-channel inventory
Partner closely with the Buyer Store teams and B2B Planner to align priorities evaluate tradeoffs and drive coordinated actions
Quantify and communicate lost sales constrained demand and recovery timelines providing clear data-backed action plans
Lead and influence the weekly business review presenting insights risk assessments and decision-ready recommendations
Oversee and optimize size color and length penetration strategies validating cut orders to support demand and inventory efficiency
Collaborate with Sourcing and Production partners to manage capacity timelines and expedited decisions that protect sales and margin

WHAT YOULL BRING

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights
Proficiency in forecasting tools Excel and data visualization platforms (e.g. Power BI)
Retail math expertise and a strong command of Microsoft Office especially Excel
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX or similar ERP systems preferred
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and maintain accuracy
Clear confident communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across cross-functional teams
Close attention to detail while balancing speed flexibility and competing priorities
Bachelors degree in Business Merchandising Analytics Planning or a related field

WHERE YOULL WORK

HYBRID The Best of Both Worlds

Have the flexibility to work on-site/in the business and remotely during the week. Youll spend a few days a week in our office for collaboration/in-person engagement and have the flexibility to work from home on other days. While on-site join other team members in the spacious Quad for lunch or enjoy our ongoing wellness activities. Employees are expected to be online and available during their teams core business hours. The company computer is provided for business use.

PLENTY OF BENEFITS TOO

UA BRANDS offers a full range of benefits allowing you the opportunity to customize a benefits package that addresses both your health and financial needs.

Medical and Pharmacy Coverage
Dental and Vision Coverage
Life/AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program self-care and support for lifes everyday challenges
Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching - Save for your future
Short & Long Term Disability Company Paid
Accident Hospital Care and Critical Illness Insurance Protect your Income
Auto Insurance
Legal Insurance and ID Theft Protection
Nationwide Pet Insurance
Holiday Pay
Paid Time Off Life Balance
Volunteer Time Off Make an Impact
Employee Discount Program
Referral Program - Get paid to work with Friends
Free Parking at the Downtown Corporate Office
Regular Social Activities and Events Mandatory Fun
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UA IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an employee of any UA Brands division you will be part of an established and dynamic organization. We believe that success starts from within and we are seeking individuals who thrive in an environment that encourages and supports provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals employment decisions at UA Brands will be based on merit qualifications and abilities. UA Brands does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race color religion sex national origin age disability or any other characteristic protected by law. UA Brands will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so will result in undue hardship.

We area Drug-Free Workplace.

ABOUT UA/UNIFORM ADVANTAGE BRANDSAt UA Brands were changing the way healthcare and culinary professionals get dressed. For over 40 years weve created stylish high-performance uniforms designed to empower those on the front lines. Our apparel breaks the mold combining brilliant design with real-world...