The Inventory & Allocation Planner executes the deployment of inventory from various distribution centers to stores for an assigned product category. Supports optimum inventory levels to maximize sales and margins and support overall productivity and profitability. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Facilitate in proposal and execution of inventory deployment strategy (pre-season & in-season), accounting for constraints and inputs, such as inventory levels by store group, timing of ... more details
Job Description
The Inventory & Allocation Planner executes the deployment of inventory from various distribution centers to stores for an assigned product category. Supports optimum inventory levels to maximize sales and margins and support overall productivity and profitability.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Facilitate in proposal and execution of inventory deployment strategy (pre-season & in-season), accounting for constraints and inputs, such as inventory levels by store group, timing of product delivery, minimum presentation, and distribution of sizes to support merchandise sales plans.
Supports timely and accurate execution in support of New Store Openings.
Provide store analysis/insight/opportunities based on revenue and sell through percent targets.
Analyzes business performance, sales, and inventory productivity while monitoring results, actioning necessary adjustments with exceptional change agility; all with the goal of delivering budgeted sales and margin and planned sell through expectations.
Partner with the Merchandise Planner and Merchandiser to prioritize allocation of core and fashion product across channels.
Work with Logistics and Production partners to resolve external constraints that impact inventory flow to distribution center and stores.
Support inventory management between retail, ecommerce and wholesale channels.
Review and analyze weekly store performance/inventory levels; recommend changes to forecasts.
Visits stores to review presentation, stock content/levels; identifies issues and solicits suggestions and comments from field team.
Partners cross functionally with Merchandise Planning, Merchandising, Production, Channel leads, Logistics and Warehouse teams.
Qualifications
2+ years of analytical experience in merchandise planning or inventory management.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, Statistics, or related field.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required, including v-lookups, pivot tables, logic formulas, and basic macros.
Familiarity or experience with ladder or replenishment planning.
A deep understanding of how to use data to drive decisions and communicate business needs effectively.
Previous experience with planning and business intelligence tools such as Shopify, Microsoft D365, Microstrategy, Power BI..etc.
Meets deadlines, prioritizes appropriately, copes well with change, and maintains composure under pressure.
Strong organizational and time management skills; able to effectively manage multiple priorities
Excellent understanding of merchandise as it relates to company strategy
Excellent communication, prioritizing and problem-solving skills
Powerful ability to interact with peers and merchants
Strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills:
Ability to concisely present complex information/recommendations in meaningful terms to various audiences
Ability to communicate to all levels with a clear, concise point of view, both verbally and in writing
Ability to advance to high levels of computer literacy; exposure to relevant planning, finance, analytical, and data management systems.
Additional Information
Pay Range: $80,000-$95,000/yr
Benefits:
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discount
401(k)
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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