Manager Of Planning And Inventory

Overview

• Lead strategic merchandise and inventory planning for a growing e-commerce division, focusing on profitability and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define financial strategies and optimize inventory management processes.
• Drive growth across digital channels through effective planning and forecasting methodologies.
• Utilize analytical expertise to synthesize data into actionable insights and strategic frameworks.
• Guide teams toward achieving sales, margin, and inventory turn targets.
• Ensure alignment with organizational objectives and industry best practices in planning processes.
• Contribute to the development of long-range planning models supporting growth goals.
• Work closely with senior leadership to present insights and action plans for business performance.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and maintain annual, quarterly, and monthly merchandise financial plans across categories and channels.
• Lead seasonal buy planning and merchandise assortment strategies with cross-functional collaboration.
• Implement demand forecasts and inventory flow strategies to optimize stock levels.
• Monitor in-season performance, analyzing sales, margin, and key KPIs to identify risks and opportunities.
• Guide markdown and promotional strategies to enhance profitability and inventory productivity.
• Oversee replenishment strategies and monitor open-to-buy performance by category and channel.
• Partner with stakeholders in Finance, Logistics, and Marketing to ensure coordinated execution of strategies.
• Implement planning best practices, tools, and systems to enhance team effectiveness.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Merchandising, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• 8–10 years of progressive planning experience, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Expertise in merchandise planning, retail math, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, reporting tools, and ERP/merchandise planning systems.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data into strategic insights.
• Experience managing planning teams and influencing senior cross-functional stakeholders.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• 3+ years of Amazon experience with heavy SKU management expertise.