Merchandise Planner
The Merchandise Planner is responsible for developing a bottom-up inventory demand plan before the launch of a season for Wholesale, Retail and Ecommerce channels. This role partners closely with Merchandising, Allocations, Supply Planning, and Retail Operations to create an inventory plan and forecast demand based on a top-down merchandising strategy and open-to-buy.
Why Duer?
We turn fashion into technical apparel for an active lifestyle, because we believe life should be simpler and you should be able to do everything you do in a day without having to change your clothes. Inspired by the modern, active individual, we've created a clothing line for men and women that maximizes performance without sacrificing style. From denim that you can cycle in, to pants that eliminate sweat, DUER enables you to do everything you do in a day - in style – effortlessly!
Key Accountabilities
- Develop sales forecasts based on historical performance, trend analysis, and merchant strategy based on all channel needs
- Create a bottom-up inventory plan at a SKU, distribution center location, and monthly-phased level to inform total company needs
- Own open-to-buy distribution based on store float, sales requirements, and promotional needs
- Lead post-season analysis work with Merchandising to help inform future line requirements and SKU rationalization
- Monitor and provide feedback regarding return/exchange rates
- Drive Demand Review in Sales and Operations monthly cycles to identify trends or opportunities based on current information
- Review inventory based on future season opportunities and recommend an exit strategy for slow moving or obsolete product
Key Performance Indicators:
- Forecast accuracy
- Open-to-buy adherence
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience within planning, allocations or merchandising, forecasting, or financial modeling
- Experience in the apparel industry within a retail or omni-channel brand
- University degree, preferably in math, economics, statistics, business management, or equivalent
- Strong analytical skills and ability to think strategically
- Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely to a varied audience
Compensation & Benefits
- The hiring range for this position is from $75,000 – $80,000 annually
- Paid time off
- Product discounts
- Comprehensive medical benefits
Pay: $75,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
