Retail Planner

As a Retail Planner at our company, your primary role will involve developing and implementing merchandise strategies to enhance sales, profitability, and inventory efficiency. Your responsibilities will include: - Developing and executing seasonal merchandise financial plans to drive sales and profitability. - Analyzing historical data and market trends to forecast demand and manage stock levels effectively. - Optimizing inventory allocation across stores to ensure availability while minimizing markdowns. - Monitoring and adjusting Open-to-Buy (OTB) budgets to align with business goals. - Tracking key performance metrics (KPIs) such as sell-through rates, GMROI, and stock turns. - Analyzing sales trends to identify bestsellers, slow-moving items, and opportunities for replenishment. - Providing insights to the buying team for future assortment planning. - Working closely with retail teams to understand store-specific demand and optimize stock distribution. - Supporting omnichannel strategies and coordinating product launches and promotions. - Partnering with the buying team to develop an optimal assortment plan. - Collaborating with supply chain teams and finance teams for effective inventory management and budgeting. - Utilizing retail planning tools and software to enhance decision-making and improve planning processes. Qualifications required for this role: - Bachelor's/Masters degree in Business, Retail Management, Merchandising, or a related field. - [3-5+] years of experience in retail planning, merchandising, or inventory management. - Strong analytical and numerical skills with proficiency in Excel, ERP, and planning software. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing retail trends.,