NYC Alliance
Raw Material & Inventory Planning
Collaborate with overseas partners to ensure timely procurement and allocation of materials across divisions
Create and manage calendar for downtime knitting and raw material procurement
Anticipate material/yarn needs based on demand forecasts and production timelines, minimizing risk of shortages or excess
Oversee the negotiation with suppliers to optimize raw material pricing resulting in cost savings
OTB Management & Forecasting
Establish purchasing guardrails for Upfront and ATS buys in the wholesale channel, tailored by category and account to ensure strategic alignment and inventory efficiency
Align assortment planning to OTB budgets/constraints to ensure profitable inventory and support category growth strategies
Create model stocks, forecast monthly sales and place strategic reorders to support ongoing demand and maintain optimal inventory levels in core and always-in-stock programs
Create life cycle for seasonal products, monitor in-season performance and recommend actionable strategies to optimize inventory and maximize profitability
Collaborate with customers to report sales and track monthly/quarterly budgets and performance
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Sales, Finance, and Planning teams to align on revenue goals, margin targets, and inventory strategies
Provide financial insights and planning support during seasonal line reviews, account meetings, and executive updates
Engage regularly with account teams to understand and influence open-to-buy (OTB) forecasts, identifying category opportunities and risks, and making promotional recommendations
Reporting & Analysis
Analyze sales trends, inventory health, and shipping performance to inform future planning decisions
Create seasonal hindsight reports and be prepared to discuss findings and future recommendations
Analyze sell-through rates at the style and account level to assess product performance
Use insights to recommend reorders, markdowns, or inventory reallocation
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Merchandising, or related field
7+ years of experience in wholesale planning, merchandise planning, or inventory management
Strong analytical and Excel skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA
Retirement Savings Plan Match
Summer Fridays
Discounts and More!
Annual Salary $90,000 - $100,000 The offered salary for this position will vary based on role requirements determined by NYC Alliance, skill set and years of experience
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Collaborate with overseas partners to ensure timely procurement and allocation of materials across divisions
Create and manage calendar for downtime knitting and raw material procurement
Anticipate material/yarn needs based on demand forecasts and production timelines, minimizing risk of shortages or excess
Oversee the negotiation with suppliers to optimize raw material pricing resulting in cost savings
OTB Management & Forecasting
Establish purchasing guardrails for Upfront and ATS buys in the wholesale channel, tailored by category and account to ensure strategic alignment and inventory efficiency
Align assortment planning to OTB budgets/constraints to ensure profitable inventory and support category growth strategies
Create model stocks, forecast monthly sales and place strategic reorders to support ongoing demand and maintain optimal inventory levels in core and always-in-stock programs
Create life cycle for seasonal products, monitor in-season performance and recommend actionable strategies to optimize inventory and maximize profitability
Collaborate with customers to report sales and track monthly/quarterly budgets and performance
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Sales, Finance, and Planning teams to align on revenue goals, margin targets, and inventory strategies
Provide financial insights and planning support during seasonal line reviews, account meetings, and executive updates
Engage regularly with account teams to understand and influence open-to-buy (OTB) forecasts, identifying category opportunities and risks, and making promotional recommendations
Reporting & Analysis
Analyze sales trends, inventory health, and shipping performance to inform future planning decisions
Create seasonal hindsight reports and be prepared to discuss findings and future recommendations
Analyze sell-through rates at the style and account level to assess product performance
Use insights to recommend reorders, markdowns, or inventory reallocation
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Merchandising, or related field
7+ years of experience in wholesale planning, merchandise planning, or inventory management
Strong analytical and Excel skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA
Retirement Savings Plan Match
Summer Fridays
Discounts and More!
Annual Salary $90,000 - $100,000 The offered salary for this position will vary based on role requirements determined by NYC Alliance, skill set and years of experience
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