Planner, Merchandise
Hybrid · Northbrook, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Planner, Merchandise responsible for the inventory strategy and financial forecasts for a product category, coordinating with Buyers and merchandising team to design and implement inventory strategies that drive profitable sales growth. Manages end-to-end inventory planning (new buys, reorders, end-of-life markdowns), develops pre-season plans, forecasts sales/margin/inventory at category level, delivers promotional strategies to maximize profitability, leads monthly OTB reviews, and collaborates cross-functionally to ensure timely, accurate category planning and execution. Requires strong analytical and communication skills, experience with inventory management and planning tools, and 3+ years in merchandising/planning/allocation or equivalent.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years in merchandising, planning/allocation, buying or equivalent experience
- Experience with inventory management, IT systems, product pipeline process design, and promotional strategies
- Strong financial acumen and experience in presenting data and analysis
- A collaborative mindset, and focus on an engaged customer experience
- Strong communication skills within team and department
- Detail orientation, with focus on consistency and accuracy
- Proficiency with spreadsheets and planning tools
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