KnitWell Group
Merchandise Planner - Non-Apparel & Jackets
KnitWell Group, New York, New York, United States, 10001
Ann Taylor Factory Planner
Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywherefrom the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between). Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We'll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us? The Ann Taylor Factory Planner builds financial sales, gross margin and inventory plans for multiple departments in a given area. Manages and plans merchandise inventory positions and markdown strategies to drive departmental sales, inventory, profit and turnover objectives. Provides in-season financial projections and strategies. Identifies risks and opportunities to maximize profits. Drives and/or contributes to projects resulting in improved departmental systems and efficiencies. The impact you can have: Build financial sales, gross margin and inventory plans at a weekly level on a seasonal basis. Reforecast business in-season based on current performance, present revised projections and recommendations to cross functional partners and senior leadership. Develop, consolidate and communicate a comprehensive pre-season planning strategy that identifies opportunities and risks in all areas of responsibility. Strategize, develop and present seasonal key item plans that support sales and GM goals. Analyze: Promotional effectiveness and make future recommendations. Performance in season and make markdown or chase recommendations. Identify and communicate potential inventory liabilities and drive appropriate actions to resolution. Partner with cross-functional teams to communicate division level financial merchandising plans and merchandise strategies to support the financial objectives. Work with Merchandising Team to develop promotional strategies to maximize profitability. Participate in: All aspects of line building process with Merchandising Lead or participate in department projects to improve systems or efficiencies. Development of processes that build efficiencies and streamline work streams. You'll bring to the role: BA or equivalent, and 3-5 years of retail buying, planning or financial analysis experience. Results driven; strategic, conceptual and innovative thinker. Expert command of retail math concepts, applications and statistical analysis. Detail-oriented, with excellent follow-through skills. Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to develop realistic work plans, goals and schedules. Ability to work productively in a team environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Benefits At KnitWell Group: Merchandise discount at our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant & Talbots (in store and online). Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands. A culture of giving back
local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities. Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Time off
paid time off & holidays. The target salary range for this role is: $85,000 - $95,000 Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role. Location: Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036 Position Type: Regular/Full time Equal Employment Opportunity: The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact
myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com . The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company's business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant's request for reasonable accommodation.
Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywherefrom the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between). Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We'll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us? The Ann Taylor Factory Planner builds financial sales, gross margin and inventory plans for multiple departments in a given area. Manages and plans merchandise inventory positions and markdown strategies to drive departmental sales, inventory, profit and turnover objectives. Provides in-season financial projections and strategies. Identifies risks and opportunities to maximize profits. Drives and/or contributes to projects resulting in improved departmental systems and efficiencies. The impact you can have: Build financial sales, gross margin and inventory plans at a weekly level on a seasonal basis. Reforecast business in-season based on current performance, present revised projections and recommendations to cross functional partners and senior leadership. Develop, consolidate and communicate a comprehensive pre-season planning strategy that identifies opportunities and risks in all areas of responsibility. Strategize, develop and present seasonal key item plans that support sales and GM goals. Analyze: Promotional effectiveness and make future recommendations. Performance in season and make markdown or chase recommendations. Identify and communicate potential inventory liabilities and drive appropriate actions to resolution. Partner with cross-functional teams to communicate division level financial merchandising plans and merchandise strategies to support the financial objectives. Work with Merchandising Team to develop promotional strategies to maximize profitability. Participate in: All aspects of line building process with Merchandising Lead or participate in department projects to improve systems or efficiencies. Development of processes that build efficiencies and streamline work streams. You'll bring to the role: BA or equivalent, and 3-5 years of retail buying, planning or financial analysis experience. Results driven; strategic, conceptual and innovative thinker. Expert command of retail math concepts, applications and statistical analysis. Detail-oriented, with excellent follow-through skills. Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to develop realistic work plans, goals and schedules. Ability to work productively in a team environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Benefits At KnitWell Group: Merchandise discount at our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant & Talbots (in store and online). Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands. A culture of giving back
local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities. Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Time off
paid time off & holidays. The target salary range for this role is: $85,000 - $95,000 Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role. Location: Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036 Position Type: Regular/Full time Equal Employment Opportunity: The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact
myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com . The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company's business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant's request for reasonable accommodation.