Merchandise Planner (Computer Accessories) at BJ's Wholesale Club

Marlborough, Massachusetts, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Retail, WholesaleIndustries

Preferred 2-5 years’ experience
Understands financial metrics inclusive of sales, margin, inventory turn, weeks of supply
Strong problem solving, retail math, and analytical skills
Organizes thoughts and communicates credibly and concisely
Presents to and influences team members and business partners, by utilizing relevant data and fact-based information to articulate results; able to provide recommendations in a clear concise manner
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as cross functionally
Critical thinker, that can interact professionally with both internal and external stakeholders
Desire to Coach, Mentor, and Onboard
Advanced Excel Skills, Planning software experience
Ability to work in a hybrid role (Tuesday through Thursday in-office at BJ's Club Support)

Responsible for financials and department forecasting; strong knowledge of business metrics (sales, margin, inventory KPIs)
Responsible for supporting the creation of an optimal assortment and strategic flow plans
Builds effective sales and inventory plans to drive profitability
Influences inventory productivity to include end of life activity
Identifies and recognizes business opportunities 1 to 6 months out by analyzing trends within the business
Strong knowledge of market trends and ability to apply to categories planned
Partner with Buyer(s) to develop a monthly Department-level bottom-up forecast with a focus on sales, margin, and inventory targets consistent with the category strategy
Ability to evaluate and communicate opportunities and risks including reacting to sales trends and inventory flow as well as suggesting markdowns and promotions in order to achieve sales margin, and inventory objectives
Builds and executes new business opportunities by measuring results and providing recommendations
Accountable for ensuring department inventory plans and flow are successfully executed for new club openings
Manage Demand forecasts within JDA Demand or BY LDE to ensure order optimization
Responsible for managing article level ladder plans and building up to financial plans