n n nnPOSITION TITLE: Senior Plannern nPOSITION PURPOSE: nLead the development, planning, execution and communication of a product strategy and assortment that meets or exceeds financial goals.
Directs and manages the people and activities of the Buying team.n nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: nDevelop seasonal strategies by ensuring the financial success of one or more departments by developing plans that meet or exceed targets (sales, gross margin and inventory turn goals).
Partner with Buyers to develop annual and seasonal department and class financial plans/location.
Create pre-season sales and inventory plans by department, class, style and location, and recognize risks and opportunities within a plan.nMonitor performance to achieve financial goals by reviewing actual sales performance weekly/monthly, then re-project in-season sales and inventories on a weekly/monthly basis and recommend strategies to achieve financial goals.
Collaborate with cross-functional team on basic replenishment style to optimize sales and inventory.
Assist in presenting forecasted sales and inventory plans.
Collaborate with peers to ensure consistency of information, share best practices and develop systems knowledge.
Develop program assortment plans based on store levels, planned sales volume, fixture capacity, visual presentation guidelines and seasonal variances.
Plan inventory levels to maximize sales.
Monitor sales and inventory to ensure optimal store assortments.
Analyze OTB and take action as necessary by reviewing sales and inventory against financial goals, and recommending changes to future order quantities, deliveries, pricing or markdown strategies.nMonitor development and performance of direct reports through regular meetings to discuss performance and development compared to goals, and maintain a dialogue regarding needs and concerns to aid in future development and increase retention.
Monitor development and performance of indirect reports by reviewing progress against goals through direct reports and periodic meetings to develop or maintain relationships.
Act as a role model and provide leadership within the Buying division and department by directing, focusing and inspiring team members to keep their efforts on track; serve as the representative of the department or division as needed within the company, and influence peers by sharing opinions and experiences.
Provide an open and inclusive environment that recognizes employees based on the strength of their efforts.nLead and coordinate special projects as assigned.nEffectively communicate with stores to address individual store needs.
Ensure optimal new store assortment plans and proper inventory levels.n nEDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degreen nYEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 4-6 Yearsnn n n