Manager, Merchandise PlanningSan Francisco, CA
About the Team:The Merchandising and Planning team is always on top of the latest trends-using data, research, exceptional taste and expert analytical skills to ensure we've got the right product in the right places at the right time. They work closely with partners in Merchandising, Production, E-commerce and Retail to forecast, plan and manage our inventory-ensuring we delight our customers with products they love.
About the Role:The Manager, Merchandise Planning, reports to the Senior Director of Merchandise Planning and is a planning leader over the Women's Footwear department with DTC oversight. You will own the creation, management and execution of end to end sales, gross margin, inventory and merchandise planning strategies to exceed financial plans for the Women's Footwear majority business. You will manage the Women's Footwear DTC planning team with direct oversight on Seasonal Footwear. Working closely with Merchandising, Production, and Site Merch to partner, influence and optimize the overall Women's Footwear business and influence plans and forecasts.
What you'll do:- Act as the primary point-person / owner for all things related to Women's Footwear sales, GM, inventory and receipts
- Lead, manage and guide team of planners/analysts ensuring continual growth and development as appropriate
- Proactively guide and influence in-season financial management, including open-to-buy forecasting, pricing decisions and demand driven buying decisions to deliver financial goals
- Build and create context for guiding product and seasonal planning in a business with complex growth and seasonality history
- Actively partner with the Merchandising team to identify and drive opportunities to optimize performance
- Partner with production for receipt forecasting and aligning on trigger dates for read/react strategies
- Drive for continual improvement and innovation to support business by identifying and developing creative ideas and talents of others
You are:- Able to thrive in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment with shifting priorities
- Data driven with strong attention to detail and able to successfully balance quantitative and qualitative information when recommending appropriate strategies and tactics
- Able to evaluate financial and business indicators and translate data into actionable information to drive results; proficient in retail math
- A problem-solver and strong analytical thinker capable of driving results through innovative solutions and ability to look ahead and impact future needs
- A clear and effective written and verbal communicator with strong listening skills and the ability to communicate an appropriate sense of urgency when necessary
- Experienced in successfully managing a large scope of responsibility and influencing cross-functional business partners
You have:- A bachelor's degree in finance, economics, related field or equivalent experience
- 4+ years of experience in Merchandising or Demand Planning within the retail sector, with strength in DTC/Omni-channel planning
- 2+ years of experience managing and leading within a planning team
- Strong financial acumen and ability to develop strategic plans in new and growing markets
- An entrepreneurial mindset and think outside the box, while encouraging your team to do the same
- Proficiency with MS Excel, Google Suite, Shopify, Toolio, SAP, Centric
Our benefits:- Generous paid time off
- 401k matching
- Comprehensive health plans for you and your family
- Supplemental mental health benefits
- Healthy snacks delivered to your home
- Monthly wellness reimbursement
- Quarterly product allowance!
Pay range:$122,000 - $156,000 annually
Base pay is one part of the total rewards package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work. This role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.
