Associate Planner - Todd Snyder

POSITION TITLE : Associate Planner

REPORTS TO : Planning Manager

POSITION SUMMARY :

This position will own Omni channel sales and inventory plans for designated category(ies) within the Todd Snyder business.

This role will effectively analyze current business trends and communicate findings to cross-functional teams in order to ensure successful Open to Buy.

Partnering closely with Merchandising, Production, and Store teams, this role will lead and execute strategic decisions to optimize pre-season buys, in-season profitability, and inventory utilization, all with the goal of achieving Todd Snyder revenue targets.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Own results, successes, and opportunities for the area of business and drive results with the intention of furthering Todd Snyder as a premier destination for menswear
• Create and manage OTBs that inform thoughtful pre-season budgets and assortment strategies as well as maximize profitability and inventory turn in-season
• For each seasonal buy cycle (4x a year) : Build financial assortment plans at the cc level with proper depth and breadth by location to support topline OTB goals;

present investment strategies to leadership for approval

• Partner closely with Merchant counterparts to strategically drive accelerated business growth
• Monitor and analyze selling reports (weekly, monthly, seasonal, etc.) to performance to plan and LY at all levels of the product hierarchy;

develop and lead action plans on key takeaways

• Analyze current trends and historical data to identify business risks and opportunities; present findings to partners and leadership
• Develop and execute pricing and markdown strategies to optimize inventory turn, margin and revenue
• Manage and maintain balanced inventory levels down to the size level across all locations
• Play an active role in determining and executing Store Allocation strategy for initials and replenishment
• Manage key item ladder plans (as needed) at the style / color / month level
• Take on special projects that enhance planning processes and / or lead to opportunities for increased profitability and efficiency

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Merchandise Planning, Buying, and / or Allocations
• Proficient with Excel, Microsoft Office suite and Inventory systems (Island Pacific preferred)
• Experience with vertical retail preferred, ecommerce experience a plus.
• Able to multitask and prioritize to work effectively in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
• Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong business acumen and communication skills (both verbal and written)
• In-depth understanding of retail and digital KPIs
• Strong business acumen and communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Comfort and previously success working in rapidly evolving and high-ambiguity environments such as start-ups

PAY / BENEFITS INFORMATION :

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental);
• wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off;

paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.

Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service.

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• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.
30+ days ago