JOB SUMMARY :
Responsible for developing, maintaining and presenting merchandise plans including category plans, Open To Buy’s, forecasting, assortment strategy, analysis, buyer support and product lifecycle planning in order to achieve increased sales and inventory turn in accordance with company sales goals.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Maximize profitability through SKU rationalization and quantify impact on business. Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis of weekly business review.
Manage in stock levels for all SKUs in stores and / or eCommerce within specified categories.
Build strategic plan and execute to help define the vision of assigned categories. Partner with team members to develop and execute financial plans consisting of sales, margin, inventory, GMROI, and turn.
Present open to buy and line review financials to senior management. Develop detailed analysis with recommended actions, risks, and opportunities
Ensure optimum inventory levels and in stocks at store level. Actively use all related systems (i.e., Business Objects, ZPS, MFP, RMS, Tableau, COR Maintenance, etc.)
Develop cross functional partnerships with Merchandising and Merch Systems, Store Operations, Marketing and Distribution for projects and strategic analysis that align with financial objectives.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS :
Education Required : Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Marketing, Business, or related area Preferred
Required or Acceptable Job-Related Experience : Experience in Retail or Product management. Advanced analytics skills identifying trends and issues and ability to determine root cause.
Knowledge with managing budgets and sales volume. Experience building and managing productive assortment.
Years of Job-Related Experience Required : 2+ years’
Technical / Other Skills Required :
Proficient in MS Office Suite & Excel
Detail Oriented, Analytical. Problem solver
Self-Starter, Accountable & Cross Functional Collaborator
Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
Ability to work in fast paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
BENEFITS & PERKS :
Competitive healthcare, dental & vision insurance
401(k) matching after one year of employment
Generous time off + company holidays
Merchandise discount
Learning & Development programs
Much more