Analyst, Planning Jobs

Holt Renfrew offers you an inspiring, fashion-driven environment with opportunities to learn and grow. From our incredible partnerships with iconic luxury brands, to our commitments to corporate social responsibility, you will be inspired every day.
A job at Holt Renfrew offers a competitive total compensation, a generous employee discount, pension, and health & dental benefits, tuition assistance, and continuous learning and development.
The Planning Analyst ensures the proper allocation of merchandise according to brand, sales, inventory trend and forecast including RTVS and consolidations, and supports the creation and use of analytical information to drive inventory actions and profit
Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Execute accurate and timely allocations that reflect the store matrix, sales plans and marketing initiatives
• Ensure RTVs are executed and monitored to ensure the process is completed effectively and on time
• Build effective partnerships with internal contacts e.g. buyers, stores and supply chain
• Analyze detailed performance and provide recommendations on matrix and inventory to improve full price sell-through
• Manage and execute consolidations and replenishment to maximize sell-through across all channels/locations

and profit

• Share analytical information, commentary and reporting to support buying, planning and cross-functional inventory

decisions

• Perform other duties as assigned
• Take the opportunity to participate in and champion recommended projects
• Develop knowledge and understanding through communication and merchandise discussions with Buying and Store teams
• Assist in the preparation of recode and markdown proposals
• Participate in the planning and forecasting process to align the detailed inventory opportunities
• Assist in the development of processes, systems and reports

The ideal candidate:

• 2+ years of successful experience in a merchandise planning business unit
• Passionate about fashion and luxury retail
• Demonstrated influencing skills with the ability to get things done
• Excellent financial acumen, strong analytical skills
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and use of ERP and Merchandise Planning systems
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity and change
• Confident and effective written & verbal communicator
• Post-secondary degree in a related field or equivalent experience

The measures of success:

• Individual objectives linked to the achievement of department goals
• Contribution to financial objectives
• Feedback from internal and external clients

Holt Renfrew is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees -- their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. If you are contacted for a job opportunity and require accommodation, please email [email protected] and let us know so we can ensure you have an accessible candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. All requests are confidential and used only to meet candidate needs.