Merchandise Planner at CSC Generation

Cottonwood Heights, Utah, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Retail, Ecommerce, Outdoor GearIndustries

Requirements

3+ years Assortment/Demand/Merchandise planning experience preferred, including 2+ years in a retail ecommerce environment. Softgoods experience is a plus
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
Demonstrate strong analytical and problem solving skills: exceptional aptitude with numbers; retail math skills
Able to develop and maintain strong working relationships and communicate well with peers and cross-functional teams; identifies/influences critical stakeholders
Exceptional communication and presentation skills. Concisely presents complex information/recommendations in terms meaningful to various audiences
Collaborative team player
Flexible and adaptive to changing priorities
Able to perform under pressure, organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines
Ability to utilize AI to enhance job productivity as well as a desire to grow this skill set
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and strong aptitude to learn technical applications quickly
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of demand planning, allocation, and forecasting system is a plus
Ability to advance to high levels of computer literacy; exposure to relevant planning, finance, analytical, data management systems

Responsibilities

Develop merchandise plans: Create comprehensive merchandise plans that align with company goals, sales targets, and market trends for multiple product categories
Manage Open-to-Buy meetings and monthly reviews with senior leadership
Forecast demand: Utilize historical data, market trends, and customer insights to accurately forecast sales, inventory needs, and replenishment strategies
Inventory management: Monitor inventory levels, analyze sell-through rates, and recommend appropriate actions to both increase and decrease on order quantities to optimize sales and inventory turnover while minimizing stock-outs and overstock situations
Financial analysis: Conduct regular analysis of sales performance, margin trends, and product profitability to identify opportunities and risks, and provide actionable recommendations to senior management
Manage the financial success of a division(s) by meeting sales, margin, and inventory turn goals
Ensure structured reporting deliverables are met, evaluating reports for accuracy, performance efficiency, and standardized best practices
Able to analyze business and find actionable data and present findings in a clear and concise manner
Exhibits initiative to look beyond the everyday business to look for opportunities to maximize sales potentials
Perform all other duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Merchandise PlanningOpen-to-BuySales ForecastingDemand ForecastingInventory ManagementSell-Through AnalysisBusiness AnalyticsMarket Trends AnalysisPricing RecommendationsRetail Analytics

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Merchandise Planner role?

The role requires 3+ years of Assortment/Demand/Merchandise planning experience preferred, including 2+ years in a retail ecommerce environment, with softgoods experience as a plus, and a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.

What key skills are needed for this position?

Candidates need excellent analytical skills, retail or ecommerce business experience, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work well independently and with a team.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for the Merchandise Planner role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the team structure look like for this role?

This is a full-time role that works closely with the Merchandising Teams and reports into the Merchandise Planning Manager within a fast-paced team.

CSC Generation

Acquires and revitalizes struggling retail brands

About CSC Generation

CSC Generation specializes in acquiring and revitalizing struggling retail brands to make them profitable. The company identifies underperforming brands with potential and integrates them into its operating platform, which includes technology, skilled personnel, and efficient processes. This approach has allowed CSC Generation to successfully transform several well-known brands, such as DirectBuy and Sur La Table, into profitable ventures. The company generates revenue through the sales of products from its portfolio, which features over 325,000 items and attracts around 10 million monthly page views. Unlike many competitors, CSC Generation focuses on "unsexy" opportunities—brands that others might overlook but have significant turnaround potential. The goal of CSC Generation is to drive growth and profitability for the brands it acquires, ultimately enhancing the customer experience and increasing sales.

Merrillville, IndianaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$107.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_ECompany Stage

Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries

51-200Employees

Risks

Increased competition may lead to higher acquisition costs for CSC Generation.

Operational challenges in integrating new brands like Backcountry could affect performance.

Economic downturns could reduce consumer spending, impacting CSC's profitability.

Differentiation

CSC Generation specializes in acquiring and revitalizing struggling retail brands.

The company integrates brands into its platform to drive growth and profitability.

CSC Generation identifies 'unsexy' opportunities with significant potential for turnaround.

Upsides

CSC Generation's acquisition of Backcountry expands its consumer-centric brand portfolio.

The rise of AI-driven personalization can enhance CSC's customer engagement and conversion rates.

Direct-to-consumer models offer CSC increased profitability by cutting out intermediaries.

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