Retail Merchandise Planner - Tampa, United States - Bayside Search Group

    Bayside Search Group
    Bayside Search Group Tampa, United States

    1 month ago

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    COMPANY OVERVIEW:

    Bayside Search Group is currently working on multiple Expansion Merchandise Planner openings with some FUN, DYNAMIC, and GROWING multi-channel retailers in Florida We are looking for Merchandise Planners with 3-5+ years of experience working for a corporate retailer.

    In addition to working in a dynamic environment this organization also offers:

    • Highly collaborative, team-oriented environment
    • Enjoy TRUE work/life balance
    • Great locations Not far from some of the country's most beautiful beaches
    • Booming local economy, vibrant food, culture, sports and art scene.

    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Develop plans by analyzing historical data and current trends while identifying risks and opportunities. Reconcile plans from a top down and bottom up perspective
    • Lead the analysis of historical data and current trends identifying business opportunities and implement appropriate action to maximize financial objectives
    • Organize and lead business review meetings
    • Manage the financial success of the area by driving the business to exceed sales, gross margin, gross margin return on investment and inventory turn goals
    • Provide pertinent feedback to the allocators and location planners to support the development of store volume tiers to optimally incorporate store performance into the assortment and allocation processes
    • Collaborate with the merchant team to develop and communicate a comprehensive pre-season strategy that aligns financial and product opportunities across multiple departments
    • Lead, mentor coach : manage day-to day activities of allocator analyst & location planners

    POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

    • Four year College Degree and minimum of 3 years experience as a Retail Merchandise Planner
    • Experience in location planning and allocation a plus
    • Strong analytical and mathematical skills
    • Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Strong knowledge of merchandise planning principles, practices and procedures

    WHAT THIS COMPANY OFFERS:

    • Competitive base salary and bonus potential
    • Relocation assistance
    • Great work-life balance
    • Future growth opportunities within an expanding organization