Job Abstract

Business Analysis:

· Analyze weekly, monthly and seasonal sales, stock and on order with the goal of optimizing rentals and box economics

· Present findings in bi-weekly business reviews, monthly OTB and seasonal hindsight

· Work with planner to manage the financial elements of the business – OTB, AUC, IMU, CC Count, obsoletes for assigned classes

· Know product for assigned division – understand best and worst renters and what sets them apart

· Contact vendors about reorders and place reorders where possible

· Consistently run attribute reports and know current sales, on-hand and on-order for critical attributes

· Work on development of new maternity styles and provide feedback to vendors on fit as needed

· Manage styles to the plan, ensuring that the assortment is properly balanced by looks, silhouettes, fabrics, patterns, color, price points, etc. and that we are taking the correct inventory position with key items and taking fashion risks

Market and Product:

· Identify the appropriate products and trends that will appeal to the customer and exceed their expectations

· Attend markets and shows both in person and virtually

· Read all current trend publications

· Understand the competition, target customer and brand-specific fashion trends

· Work with own brand buying teams to align on big ideas and place commits and purchase orders on time

Merchandise Flow:

· Rank, writing and negotiate all orders for the class

· Coordinate with planner on extensions – initiate appropriate penalties/discounts

· Negotiate RTVs and manage fit and quality issues (including an understanding of what product is suitable for rental)

· Ensure photo studio team receives samples in a timely manner

· Work with MA to ensure styles are activated on site in a timely manner

· Communicate changes, concerns, orders and reorders with vendors

Communication:

· Communicate in a professional, succinct and positive manner

· Work with Merchandising team to communicate concept and trend information to stores – new set ups, vendors, looks, items

· Maintain a level of confidence when communicating with coworkers at all levels; must have the ability to manage up and down

· Partner and build relationships with planning and marketing teams

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