Analyst, Planning & Allocation Jobs

Position Summary: The Analyst, Planning & Allocation is an integral part of the Brand/Merchandising team, working closely under the supervision of the VP of Merchandising and Brand Manager. This role plays a vital role in achieving the financial performance goals related to Sales, Gross Margin, Inventory Turnover, and GMROI. The ideal candidate should possess a highly analytical and result-driven mindset, coupled with a strong sense of initiative, enabling them to thrive in an Omni-channel environment.

In this role, the Analyst, Planning & Allocation will play a critical part in driving the success of the brand and its merchandise operations. The position demands a proactive and dedicated professional who can effectively analyze data, communicate insights, and collaborate with various teams to optimize inventory management and achieve financial objectives across diverse distribution channels.

Responsibilities:

1. Forecast and monitor sales and inventory needs for all categories across different distribution channels (Retail, ECOMM, Wholesale).
2. Conduct thorough product analysis to gain valuable insights into merchandise performance.
3. Utilize standard and custom reports to drive ongoing merchandise analysis, making recommendations for improvements and modifications that lead to informed decisions and actions.
4. Collaborate with brand management on various projects to ensure cohesive strategies and consistent implementation.
5. Develop assortment plans tailored for each distribution channel, considering specific market needs and customer preferences.
6. Take ownership of planning projects, managing them efficiently and effectively.
7. Maintain optimal in-stock positions for all SKUs and Points of Sale, ensuring a seamless shopping experience for customers.
8. Oversee the movement of merchandise across channels, including initial assortments, rebalancing, event push, and recalls, to optimize inventory allocation.
9. Foster strong collaborative relationships with the Retail, Wholesale, and E-Commerce teams, providing insightful analysis and facilitating efficient inventory replenishment.
10. Establish a deep understanding of merchandising strategies and the business needs through regular interactions with the team and stores.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's Degree in business administration, economics, statistics, or a related field.
2. At least 3 years of experience in merchandise planning, preferably within the retail industry, with additional exposure to Wholesale operations being a plus.
3. Possess an innovative and detail-oriented approach, capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously.
4. Strong analytical skills to interpret research data and apply mathematical techniques to practical situations.
5. Driven by results and a high level of flexibility and enthusiasm.
6. Able to work effectively in both team-oriented and independent settings.
7. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, to facilitate clear and concise information exchange.
8. Proficient in computer skills, with advanced knowledge of Excel.
9. Bilingual proficiency in both French and English (spoken and written).

In this role, the Analyst, Planning & Allocation will play a critical part in driving the success of the brand and its merchandise operations. The position demands a proactive and dedicated professional who can effectively analyze data, communicate insights, and collaborate with various teams to optimize inventory management and achieve financial objectives across diverse distribution channels.