Associate Merchandise Planner Jobs in Alberta , Employment

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team of professionals? We are looking for an Associate Merchandise Planner to join our team and help us create innovative and profitable product strategies. As an Associate Merchandise Planner, you will be responsible for developing and executing merchandise plans that maximize sales and profitability. You will also be responsible for analyzing sales data, forecasting trends, and making recommendations to improve product performance. If you have a passion for fashion and a keen eye for detail, this could be the perfect job for you!

Overview An Associate Merchandise Planner is responsible for developing and executing merchandise plans that support the overall business strategy. They work closely with the Merchandise Manager to ensure that the merchandise assortment is in line with the company’s goals and objectives. They are also responsible for analyzing sales data and trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement. Detailed Job Description An Associate Merchandise Planner is responsible for developing and executing merchandise plans that support the overall business strategy. This includes analyzing sales data and trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement, as well as creating and maintaining merchandise plans that are in line with the company’s goals and objectives. They will also be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with vendors and suppliers, as well as negotiating pricing and terms. Additionally, they will be responsible for monitoring inventory levels and ensuring that the merchandise assortment is in line with the company’s goals and objectives. Job Skills Required

• Analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Knowledge of retail and merchandising principles

• Knowledge of inventory management systems

• Knowledge of pricing and promotional strategies

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, retail, or a related field

• At least two years of experience in retail or merchandising

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Knowledge of retail and merchandising principles

• Knowledge of inventory management systems

• Knowledge of pricing and promotional strategies

Job Knowledge

• Knowledge of retail and merchandising principles

• Knowledge of inventory management systems

• Knowledge of pricing and promotional strategies

• Knowledge of retail trends

• Knowledge of customer service principles

Job Experience

• At least two years of experience in retail or merchandising

• Experience in developing and executing merchandise plans

• Experience in analyzing sales data and trends

• Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with vendors and suppliers

• Experience in negotiating pricing and terms

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and execute merchandise plans that support the overall business strategy

• Analyze sales data and trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement

• Create and maintain merchandise plans that are in line with the company’s goals and objectives

• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers