Chicos Fas, Inc.
Sr Planner, Merchandise (Chico's - Denim/Jackets)
Chicos Fas, Inc., Fort Myers, Florida, United States, 33916
Sr Planner, Merchandise (Chico's - Denim/Jackets)
Job Description
Posted Friday, August 16, 2024 at 4:00 AMWith approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, it takes sophisticated technology, resources, and infrastructure to ensure the continued success of our businesses. From finance and accounting to technology and merchandising careers, we have diverse opportunities available for talented professionals to join our team of nearly 16,000 associates who share our commitment to excellence.POSITION OBJECTIVE:This position is responsible for the development of annual, seasonal, monthly, and weekly plans utilizing current sales and trend information. This position is primarily responsible for translating the Merchant’s vision into viable plans and profitable results across Omni channels. This person will participate in key cross-functional initiatives that align with the strategic goals of the brand. Areas of responsibility will be larger volume or more complex areas of business.FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Partners with the Merchants on the development of pre-season sales, markdown, margin, sales, and inventory.Develops projections and inventory flow for key items/collections.Provides other analysis related to driving business goals (e.g., hindsights, color-selling, etc.).Forecasts monthly and seasonal plans to ensure all orders fall within approved financial targets.Analyzes and reacts to performance of strategy based on actual sales and current trend performance.Partners with Merchant to develop and propose tactics in response to current business trends.Makes recommendations for key financial meetings/decisions in order to maximize sales, margin, and inventory productivity.Manages and executes promotional and liquidation strategy.Communicates revisions within the team and cross-functionally.Partners with cross-functional teams to utilize seasonal selling curves by region, climate, and store attribute.Exhibits initiative to look beyond the everyday business to look for opportunities to maximize sales potential.Prepares and participates in Merchandise Review meetings (MBR, seasonal hindsight).Acts as a resource and leader for planning team and cross-functional partners.May supervise and develop merchandise planner(s) and/or associate planner(s).QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in finance, operations, or business.5+ years of experience in retail merchandise planning, demand forecasting, inventory management, allocation or replenishment, financial planning, or financial analysis experience.Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; strong aptitude with numbers; retail math skills, understanding of forecasting methodology.Makes decisions with limited information but also able to synthesize large quantities of data to drive business decisions.Strong communication and presentation skills: concisely presents complex information/recommendations in terms meaningful to various audiences.System proficiency with strong emphasis on Excel.Builds collaborative partnerships cross-functionally; identifies/influences critical stakeholders.Chico’s FAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
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Job Description
Posted Friday, August 16, 2024 at 4:00 AMWith approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, it takes sophisticated technology, resources, and infrastructure to ensure the continued success of our businesses. From finance and accounting to technology and merchandising careers, we have diverse opportunities available for talented professionals to join our team of nearly 16,000 associates who share our commitment to excellence.POSITION OBJECTIVE:This position is responsible for the development of annual, seasonal, monthly, and weekly plans utilizing current sales and trend information. This position is primarily responsible for translating the Merchant’s vision into viable plans and profitable results across Omni channels. This person will participate in key cross-functional initiatives that align with the strategic goals of the brand. Areas of responsibility will be larger volume or more complex areas of business.FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Partners with the Merchants on the development of pre-season sales, markdown, margin, sales, and inventory.Develops projections and inventory flow for key items/collections.Provides other analysis related to driving business goals (e.g., hindsights, color-selling, etc.).Forecasts monthly and seasonal plans to ensure all orders fall within approved financial targets.Analyzes and reacts to performance of strategy based on actual sales and current trend performance.Partners with Merchant to develop and propose tactics in response to current business trends.Makes recommendations for key financial meetings/decisions in order to maximize sales, margin, and inventory productivity.Manages and executes promotional and liquidation strategy.Communicates revisions within the team and cross-functionally.Partners with cross-functional teams to utilize seasonal selling curves by region, climate, and store attribute.Exhibits initiative to look beyond the everyday business to look for opportunities to maximize sales potential.Prepares and participates in Merchandise Review meetings (MBR, seasonal hindsight).Acts as a resource and leader for planning team and cross-functional partners.May supervise and develop merchandise planner(s) and/or associate planner(s).QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in finance, operations, or business.5+ years of experience in retail merchandise planning, demand forecasting, inventory management, allocation or replenishment, financial planning, or financial analysis experience.Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; strong aptitude with numbers; retail math skills, understanding of forecasting methodology.Makes decisions with limited information but also able to synthesize large quantities of data to drive business decisions.Strong communication and presentation skills: concisely presents complex information/recommendations in terms meaningful to various audiences.System proficiency with strong emphasis on Excel.Builds collaborative partnerships cross-functionally; identifies/influences critical stakeholders.Chico’s FAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
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