Merchandise Planner Jobs

Job Title: Senior Merchandise Analyst Company: Dick's Sporting Goods Location: Pittsburgh, PA Description: Department / Location: Allocations - Replenishment / Corporate Office Reports To: Manager of Allocations - Replenishment Duties: Provide leadership and supervision to Merchandise Analysts to help ensure that sales are maximized and inventory optimized. Review business requirements to determine the most efficient replenishment tool to manage a business (Arthur or E3). Provide ongoing systems and business training to the Merchandise Analysts. Work with the Merchandise Analysts to ensure that Allocation and Replenishment strategies are implemented. Challenge Planner and Merchants on item flow based on ladder plans, E3 forecasts and advertising schedule. Develop store rankings and assortment levels. Work with Merchandise Analyst to implement store attribute groups and product restrictions. Ensure that new stores open with the correct assortment and appropriate inventory levels as determined by the new store plan. Monitor new store performance after opening to ensure appropriate inventory levels are maintained. Successful Candidate Requirements: Proficiency with MS Excel Exceptional analytical and communications skills Experience: 3 - 5 years experience in Merchandise planning and/ or buying experience Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree Dick's Sporting Goods is a company with a strong reputation for bringing authentic sporting goods and equipment to customers while developing some of the best people in retailing. We are the number one sporting goods retailer in the United States - operating 300+ stores in 34 states. To Apply for this position, please CLICK HERE EOEClick here to see all "Dick's Sporting Goods" opportunitiesSend this Job to a Friend

Job Title: Merchandise Planner/Category Manager - Company: Location: Cleveland, OH Description: Looking for a career as a Merchandise Planner/Category Manager where you can work with a dynamic company that has been driving sales and enriching brands since 1960? As a Merchandise Planner/Category Manager for our company located in Cleveland, Ohio you will be stationed on site at GE Headquarters. We are a professional sales organization that offers comprehensive coverage with corporate, store level, international and internet sales teams. You need to bring a strong customer service ethic, good problem solving skills, excellent communication skills, professionalism, and a positive team spirit. We specialize in offering a comprehensive service package that not only drives sales but adds value for our clients and their customers. We offer professional sales, merchandising and installation services across multiple channels. As a Merchandise Planner/Category Manager you will perform accurate and continuous POS data tracking/reporting, create Planograms, make recommendations based on customer and industry POS data trends as well as handle various special projects. A working knowledge of the JDA planograming tool, Nielsen ScanTrack and Nielsen HomeScan is required. If you have at least 2-3 years of Category Management or Merchandise Planning experience with a CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) Manufacturer and are interested in this unique opportunity with competitive compensation and benefits in a friendly, dynamic, and creative environment please send your resume to Register to View

Job Title: E-Commerce Content & Merchandising Analyst II Company: The Scooter Store Location: New Braunfels, TX Description: Founded in 1991, The SCOOTER Store is headquartered in New Braunfels, Texas and has locations and a network of service specialists across America. The SCOOTER Store has grown from a vision into a highly successful national enterprise with over 1,400 employee-owners.The SCOOTER Store maintains strict compliance with Medicare regulations and works through the Power Mobility Coalition to ensure the availability of additional consumer safeguards and industry standards such as ongoing customer service and product maintenance. The SCOOTER Store is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, Inc. (ACHC).For quick consideration apply hereSummary: Responsible for hands-on activities relating to the e-commerce program, including developing and maintaining site content and implementing search engine optimization, comparison shopping engine campaigns and optimization testing.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Create, edit and update Web pages using a template-based solution; recommend policies and procedures for maintaining and updating the site. • Provide input to identify key performance metrics for revenue, traffic and sales and establish regular reporting practices• Recommend and implement optimal product placement, presentation and SEO tags for internet store content• Devise testing methods for comparing design and content prototypes• Based on performance indicators, proactively review and revise site content and design to increase revenue, usability, and customer satisfaction• Monitor industry trends and competitor Web sites, identifying opportunities for new development• Maintain professional behavior at all timesEducation and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or equivalent; and one to three year’s job-related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceQualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.• Knowledge of HTML and the conceptual understanding of other Web applications are required • Working knowledge of Photoshop for image manipulation and optimization is required• You must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook• You must be self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team• Experience working in an e-commerce environment is required• Two years’ experience working in a Web content production environment is desirable• Project management experience is strongly preferredOther Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Read and understand highly specialized technical, professional or legal papers• Write less straightforward material, such as progress reports, detail forms, procedures or non-standard letters or memos• Simple math, such as counting, adding, subtracting, multiplying or dividing• Use spreadsheets, database, word processing or financial software• Analyzing, diagnosing information; classifying or arranging information; synthesizing or combining informationIn return for your experience, The SCOOTER Store offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. The SCOOTER Store World Headquarters, Distribution Centers, and Stores are tobacco-free facilities. The SCOOTER Store is an Equal Opportunity Employer.-For quick consideration apply here

Job Title: Merchandise Planner - Mens Company: Burlington Coat Factory Location: Burlington, NJ Description: Bring your passion for fashion to today's Burlington Coat Factory.  If you are interested in a career in retail, consider joining one of the largest off price retailers of apparel and home furnishings in the nation.  We always have a large selection of quality name brand merchandise at huge savings; coats, clothing and shoes for the whole family, fashionable accessories, home decor, and everything for baby.  Burlington means one-stop shopping for labels you love at prices you love even more.  With more than 400 stores, we're always looking for good talent that can drive results.  We currently have the following position available: The Planner is responsible for achieving sales and profit objectives for a merchandise category or categories, working in conjunction with one or more buying teams. This responsibility includes the development and successful execution of topside and detail financial plans, assortment/buy plan, and merchandise allocation strategies. The Planner supervises the activities of one or more allocators and is responsible for the development and training of these individuals. Purchasing, Allocation and Replenishment Ensures best practices for assortment planning and makes recommendations to support allocation strategies.Provides analysis and research to support the creation of assortment/buy plans. Provides pertinent feedback to the allocator to support the development of store clusters and the implementation of allocation tables. Guides micromerchandising strategies to optimally incorporate store profiles into the assortment and allocation processes. Participates/conducts the weekly allocation strategy/issues sessions. Evaluates purchase order placement activity as well as the maintenance of and revisions made to purchase orders.Partners with buyer to identify distribution and vendor logistics opportunities.Reviews case pack and order flow recommendations. Makes recommendations for fixture/square footage capacities based on research and analysis. Participates in handling store communications regarding allocations. Conducts analysis to measure allocation effectiveness. Aids in providing systems expertise for their area and coordinates recommendations for systems enhancement requests. Financial Planning Coordinates and participates in the business review.Analyzes and recommends optimal vendor/store matrix and coordinates store input for vendor matrix development. Reviews class sales and receipt targets. Develops store level opportunity analysis.Reviews monthly flow of class level plans.Executes the formal topside plan review. Communicates topside goals to the stores.Develops class level plans in conjunction with the buyer(s). Provides systems expertise for their area. Partners with the divisional planner to coordinate potential systems and process enhancements. Adheres to the company's planning calendar. Open-to-Buy Monitoring Quantifies and monitors the OTB. Analyzes inventory productivity (R2R/Aging) and recommends adjustments to business trends. Reviews and monitors merchandise financials and purchase journal. Analyzes aging/exit strategies.Identifies and recommends markdown projections. Analyzes factors relating to profitability. Pricing and Marketing Develops and provides target markup/markdown analysis and guidelines. Participates in store visits as feasible.Facilitates the issuance of store ad set up/presentation guidelines. Makes recommendations and provides scenarios to determine price change strategies. Manages the financial review and approval of price changes. Evaluates and provides analysis of corporate marketing activity with primary focus on effectiveness. Merchandising Analyzes and recommends merchandise strategy (to maximize sales and profitability). Develops strategic plan for category and breaks out by class/store cluster.Monitors and provides feedback from evaluating competition. Provides various scenarios to achieve sales and profit objectives. People Development Manages development and staffing of allocators. Participates in skills training and development. Participates in team's activities and helps to support and develop a team environment.Participates in fostering job satisfaction and positive morale. Qualifications:* College degree * Minimum three years experience in buying and/or planning capacity * Strong business and sophisticated financial analysis skills * Strong retail math acumen * Outstanding communication and presentation skills, geared toward results-oriented communication * Excellent computer skills * Strong leadership and team building skills, including mentoring, training, and development * Strategic thinking and active listening skills Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods through out the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or Lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required. May include lifting up to 25 pounds for files, computer printouts on occasion. The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas where under certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection. Primary environment: ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. Our ideal candidates will be self motivated, team players, who have the desire to succeed.  We care about our employees, have a supportive environment that values trust and respect, offer a competitive wage and benefits package that includes a generous paid time off plan, plus an associate discount, and a company matched 401(k) to name a few. Burlington Coat Factory is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Come join our team.  You're going to like it here! To Apply for this position, please CLICK HERE

Job Title: Business Analyst - Merchandise Systems Company: Kohl's Location: Menomonee Falls, WI Description: Position Summary:                                                                                                                                       The Business Analyst working under the general direction of IS Management focuses on capturing and modeling business requirements.  They work on moderate to large projects with business partners to study their business processes and to determine which should be automated and/or changed to help business drive down cost, or align the process better with defined corporate objectives.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Primary Responsibilities:                                                                                                                             Assists with the initial determination of the feasibility of requests and ensures that user requirements are thoroughly and accurately documented in accordance with standard techniques utilized by the IS department.                            Works with user representative(s) to identify acceptance test requirements.  May assist in the development and presentation of system training materials.                                                                                                                             Works with user representative(s) to set realistic response time and/or deliverable expectations.                          Performs necessary follow up with business partners to ensure new or modified system functionality is performing satisfactorily and requirements have been met.                                                                                                                   Understands development tools and system architecture sufficiently to communicate technical issues to business partners.                                                                                                                                                    Helps manage the scope and change control of project in coordination with IS management and business partners.                                                                                                                                        Works with Project Leader and/or Project Manager to participate in a post-project audit to ensure that the process is improved for the next project.                                                                                                                                       Tracks and reports individual progress, takes appropriate action to complete deliverable time, and works with IS Management to develop seasonal resource plans for project staffing and support.                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Preferred Qualifications:                                                                                                                             Multiple years of IS work-related experience or retail business experience.                                                         Displays initiative and self-motivation. ERM andc Caliber experience Additional Information and Disclaimers:                                                                                                   Regular attendance is required                                                                                                                       Effective verbal and written communication skills                                                                                              Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others                                                                   Critical features of this job are described under the headings above.

Job Title: Merchandise Planner Company: DSW Inc. Location: Columbus, OH Description: Basic Function   As an integral part of the planning process, analyzes business performance and recommends financial strategy to ensure merchandise category financial parameters are achieved. This includes both pre-season plan construction and in-season forecast, utilizing the Enterprise Planning System. Planner may serve as a mentor to a Planning Analyst.  Essential Functions                                                       Preseason ·         Analyze historical business performance and recommend financial strategy to support specific merchandise category. This includes seasonal plan development (bottoms up planning) of the following: sales, inventory, markdowns and gross margin. ·         Financial plans are developed and managed with input of VP/Director/Manager within class/dept financial targets, while partnering with buying team to ensure plans are aligned with merchant strategy. Identify/assess key distortions to historical performance and make recommendations of the key drivers needed to achieve desired outcomes. Discussion and alignment with merchant partners on inputs including; subclass sales strategy, trends, markdowns, markup and inventory management. ·         Support buying team in the assortment line review process. This could include lower than subclass level analysis;   vendor, attribute, trend, style and color. ·         Support both Store Planning and Allocation cross-functional partners, through articulate communication and coordination of subclass plan and key style strategies.   In-Season ·         Analyze weekly/monthly performance and modify forecast (Balance of season) to reflect forward-looking projections. ·         Monitor and analyze in-season performance, make recommendations and partner with merchants to drive opportunities or mitigate risk. Analysis could include strategic scenario planning, seasonal 9 month margin analysis, promotional/marketing event analysis, core/key item planning and GMROI analysis. ·         In conjunction with monthly forecast, prepare and lead Monthly Merchandise Plan Review (MPR) discussions and presentation. ·         Perform thorough markdown analysis through MD Management and regular price/clearance planning. Provide monthly style level performance to aid merchant in decision making process. Recommend clearance % based on historical performance, while focusing on maximizing gross margin.   ·         Develop and manage reporting to support recommendations in subclass plans. Ad hoc analysis at lower levels also common. ·         Participate in store trips, as needed, focusing on merchandise content and store operations.   Other ·         Position may include mentoring responsibilities for Planning Analyst. As the category owner, planner is ultimately responsible for analytics, recommendations, and communication performed by Analyst. ·         System implementation/improvement committees ·         Special projects - Process improvement task force participation ·         Market intelligence – participate in vendor meetings as necessary, attend product market Job Requirements:Skills   ·       Strong statistical/analytical skills including data retrieval, organization, presentation and summary skills ·       Excellent communication skills including written and verbal with emphasis on delivery of financial concepts ·       Proficient in Excel, Data Warehouse/Business Objects and Enterprise Planning Experience   ·       5 Years experience in merchandise planning, allocation, financial analysis, buying Education    ·       B.S. degree in Business or Marketing or equivalent work experience Req. Code : 736 Division/Department : DSW Inc.

Job Title: Senior Merchandise Planner - Golf - ReqCode 062363 Company: Dick's Sporting Goods Location: Pittsburgh, PA Description: Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc. is an authentic full-line sporting goods retailer offering a broad assortment of brand name sporting goods equipment, apparel, and footwear in a specialty store environment. As of May 7, 2009, the Company operated 394 Dick's Sporting Goods stores in 39 states primarily throughout the eastern half of the U.S. The Company also owns Golf Galaxy, a multi-channel golf specialty retailer, with 80 stores in 29 states, ecommerce websites and catalog operations and Chick's Sporting Goods which operates 14 specialty sporting goods stores in Southern California. Department / Location: Merchandise Planning / Corporate Office Reports To: Director of Planning Duties: *Create financial plans seasonally to include sales, receipt flow, markdowns, margin, and inventory turn. *Assist Merchant with ad planning, vendor planning, and seasonal transitional planning. *Assist Merchant with development of clearance strategies. *Review assortment plans with Planner and Buyer/ DMM. *Execute and manage departmental and Key item planning (in season). *Calculate weekly OTB. *Manage receipt plan by working with the merchants. *Assist Buyer/ DMM with business strategies by continually monitoring, analyzing, and evaluating business categories and recommend adjustments to the business plan. *Develop strategies to maximize sales, margin, turn, and GMROI goals. *Coach and develop planner and associate planner. Successful Candidate Requirements: *Proficiency with MS Excel *Exceptional analytical and communications skills Experience: *3 - 5 years experience in Merchandise planning and/ or buying experience Minimum Education: *Bachelor's DegreeRJC:1066

Job Title: Merchandise Analyst Company: Company Confidential Location: New York, NY Description: General Summary: The Merchandise Analyst is responsible for recommending and influencing inventory buys and flow strategies at the style color level; performing size selling analysis translating analysis into inventory investments by size and size edit recommendations; and implementing initial inventory allocations and managing flow inventory to exception stores. Description: Allocation Flawlessly execute allocation of new flow product by store/size using existing manual green screen application which requires an extremely high level of attention to detail. Analyze sales performance and allocate initial/replenishment by style-color, market, attribute (DIG, Tier, Location) and store using in division developed hybrid tools which leverage modern technology and existing systems to drive sales, sell through evenness and profitability across stores. In Season Business Review/CFT Partnership Research and analyze business drivers, i.e. Boyfriend Jacket, to establish perspectives on customer response and sales opportunities for future like styles and inventory. Lead discussions on allocation strategies in response to sales with CFT. Sell Through Validation Validate cross functional team’s style color investment by evaluating sell through by DIG and size ensuring ability to achieve Retail and GM$ goals. Make recommendations to maximize profitability by developing strategies by cc. Flow Strategy/CC Tracking Forecast replenishment needs and timing. Optimize packing for maximum sales by DIG and size and DC efficiency enabling “curtains up” strategy. Forecast department level store inventory needs and ownership by identifying periods or inventory levels which could negatively impact either sales or store set execution. Provide visibility to store set delivery completion alerting leadership and cross functional teams to advertised styles with inventory/delivery issues; and styles which will miss store set completion dates. Accurately recap CC counts for Store Planning for DIG creation and evaluation. Sizing Strategy Analyze size selling history taking size range, silhouette and fit into consideration. Recommend sizing strategies which supports the style color’s sales plan and maximizes sell through by size and DIG. Packing Optimization Analyze and create packing strategy for each CC that minimizes supply chain cost, maximizes flow through processing efficiency and enables flexibility at the point of allocation. Pre Season PLC Milestone Meeting Contributions Formulate and present department level allocation strategy inclusive of all components inclusive of sizing, packing, flow and other department specific analysis. Actively participate in decisions making with a functional POV. Skills Required: Financial and business acumen. Analytical, able to transform qualitative and quantitative data into executable strategies. Understands commitments and possesses strong organizational and time management skills. Proficient with Microsoft Excel and able to quickly learn new tools and applications quickly. Strong listening skills; effective and clear verbal and written communication with an appropriate sense of urgency. Flexible and adaptable to change. Qualifications/Education 1-2 years retail experience preferred. 1-2 years work experience in an analytical field preferred. College degree required.

Job Title: MERCHANDISE PLANNER Company: Micro Center Location: Columbus, OH Description: Micro Electronics, Inc. is the parent company to several subsidiaries specializing in technology sales and services. The Micro Electronics family includes Redemtech, IPSG, Winbook, Powerspec, Micro Center Online and most notably Micro Center, The Ultimate Computer Store. Founded in 1979 in Columbus, Ohio, we have grown steadily and profitably to operations in 16 states employing over 2,600 associates nationwide. Our corporate headquarters are located in Hilliard, a suburb of Columbus, Ohio. Our corporate Purchasing department is now accepting applications for a Merchandise Planner. This position is directly accountable for managing, coordinating and directing all purchasing functions, including financial planning, inventory goals, forecasting and vendor management, for their assigned categories. At Micro Electronics, we demonstrate our commitment to employees through training, career growth and a balance between personal and professional interests. We offer competitive pay and an extensive benefits package that includes options available at group rates for both full-time and part-time associates. For a complete benefit overview and to find out more about the company, please visit our web site at www.microelectronics.com . Equal Opportunity Employer. Pre-employment criminal background and substance abuse screening. Requirements: JOB REQUIREMENTS:-Create and maintain inventory financial plans by category.-Analyze forecast for "A" deck merchandise at a summary and store level.-Continually review category data to analyze sales trends and adjust forecast to support the sales plan.-Build strong partnerships with peers, vendors, managers and subordinates. -Manage store in-stock at company goal to maximize sales.-Oversee merchandising staff to ensure all functions are completed accurately and on time; participate in staff training and development.-Generate hot offer and end cap purchase orders. -Perform other duties as assigned.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 3 years related experience. Good understanding of retail inventory management and purchasing process needed. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and able to work professionally across departmental lines to accomplish company goals. Self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook. Directly accountable to Director of Purchasing and Purchasing Manager.Apply Online EOE M/F/D/V Non-smoking work environment. Pre-employment background and substance abuse screening.

Job Title: ANALYST MERCHANDISE P&A OPERATIONS (RHQ) Company: Toys'R'Us, Inc. Location: Wayne, NJ Description: Position Summary   The Planning & Allocation Analyst manages the forecast tool to effect accurate and timely forecasts at the item/store/week level. The candidate works with the Planning & Allocation Manager to validate forecasts. In addition he/she monitors and approves forecasts weekly for export to various tools used by the organization. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Collaborate/partner with Planners to develop forecasts for events, new items, dying items, calendar shifts, etc.Monitor forecast accuracy scorecard and diagnose issues.Provide appropriate forecast accuracy scorecard to the Planners on a monthly basis and discuss as necessary.Control the number of items being forecasted in RDF by evaluating the benefits of forecasting for that item.Maintains system forecast for assigned departments, classes and items.Spreads sales in RDF for all events.Checks and manages new item forecasts.Store level audit of unusual forecasts. Maintaining Dept Level Like Item history in RDF .Direct interactive 'What-If' analysis to determine forecast parameter changes needed to improve forecasting accuracy using the Interactive Forecasting Workbook.Identify forecasting parameters that need to be changed to improve future forecasting accuracy. Oversee forecast export process to export an approved forecast for use by the business in another application.Determine need to create and/or modify user workbook templates.Collaborate with the RDF Application Administrator to provide information and instructions as needed regarding RDF system administration tasks.   Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree preferredOne to three years related planning, forecasting, statistical and analytical experience, with a supply chain or logistics background.   3 years experience in planning, allocation or store operationsRetail industry experience in planning/inventory management/business analysis.Proficient quantitative skills, and planning and forecasting skillsMust be proficient in Microsoft Access and Excel.Must have excellent communication, interpersonal and influence skills with the proven ability to work with all levels of management, in a dynamic changing structure.