Retail Merchandise Planner at Skechers

Manhattan Beach, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Retail, Footwear, ApparelIndustries

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of merchandise planning, inventory management, buying or finance in a retail environment - preferably Footwear
Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent experience
Proficient in Excel (includes v-look ups and pivot tables)
Strong aptitude for numbers and clear understanding of retail math
Proficiency in using financial metrics and reports to measure the performance of the business. Understand how decisions impact financial results
Experience in SKU level and category level planning, financial planning process and report/modeling building
Strong analytical skills with the ability to compile and analyze large sets of data
Strong organizational skills – ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, and meet deadlines
Ability to communicate persuasively, influentially, and responsibly across a cross-functional team
Excels in team environments and in building/developing strong interpersonal relationships, while maintaining an individual determination to accomplish goals
Passionate about customer service
Driven to excel and succeed, taking full ownership of his or her success
Ability to travel 0-10% of time

Responsibilities

Create and manage OTB’s at the brand level and ensure that the merchandise targets will be met on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
Communicate with the merchandising team the OTB plan and assess any inventory risks. Ensure the receipt plans are filled according to the write schedule
Participate in weekly/monthly in-season forecast and OTB meetings
Reforecast sales monthly and communicate results and critical issues to the manager. Develop an action plan to increase or decrease inventory as needed to reconcile the OTB
Provide seasonal plans by gender/brand/sub-class pre-season. Included are category, style, color, type and material. Ensure the purchases meet the plan
Drive sales by analyzing trends, forecasting sales and reviewing inventory position; identify risks and opportunities in sales and inventory; provide action plans on a weekly basis
Partner with merchandisers to actively manage the lifecycle and flow of inventory. Develop exit strategies and transition strategies for major product platforms; provide guidance on cancelations, markdown needs, and in-store inventory plans
Lead monthly OTB meetings with cross functional partners

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Merchandise PlanningOpen-to-Buy (OTB)Sales ForecastingInventory ManagementTrend AnalysisForecastingData AnalysisCross-functional Collaboration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Retail Merchandise Planner role?

A minimum of 2 years of merchandise planning, inventory planning, financial planning, or related experience is required.

What key skills are needed for this position?

Candidates need strong analytical skills, aptitude for numbers and retail math, proficiency in financial metrics, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Is travel required for this role?

The role requires the ability to travel 0-10% of the time.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for the Merchandise Planner role?

Strong candidates will have experience in SKU and category level planning, excel in team environments, demonstrate passion for customer service, and show drive to excel with ownership of success.