Serving the needs of all families with young children, Carter’s Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carter's.
TheWholesalePlanner willleverageanalytics tounlock insights, drive strategic decisions, and deliver measurable business impact throughdata-driven decision-makingThis rolesupports our Walmart business, one of our most strategic partners, andreports to theDirectorofAccountPlanning and is based in our Atlanta office in our on-site work environment.
Key Responsibilities
65% Walmart,Department stores & Clubsfocus
Consistentlyidentifyinventory opportunities to improve profitability, productivity, and drive topline sales
Create andmaintainmonthlyproductionforecastsandretail salesladders for annual replenishmentand seasonal fashionprograms,utilizingspace and rackmodular planningandoptimizingproductiveinventorylevels
Presents scenario-driven strategy proposals and hindsight to key stakeholders foroptimalcollaborative decision making
Analyze historical data and current trends toidentifyrisks and opportunities by department and classificationCommunicate risk and propose corrective action
Complete various support requests from senior leadership and sales leaders which often have short deliverabletimeframes
Work closely with sales and merchandising teams toestablishclear sales targets, aligning to the organization’s goals andobjectives
JBP construction
35% Operational Oversight
Act as the Supply Chain liaison for Sales Planning Manageproduct allocations as needed,operateas the escalation point person to mitigate service challenges with the supply chain team, and troubleshoot item set up issues
Oversee ad hoc allocation tools and system enhancements to streamline workflow and communication
We’dLove to hear from you if: (Requirements section)
Must have:
5+ years in Merchandise Planning, Financial Planning, or Wholesale Planning
Strong Excel andanalyticalmodelingexpertise
Experience building sales forecasts, inventory projections, and budgets
Proven ability to analyze complex datasets and present strategic insights
Experience working with cross-functional teams (Sales, SC, Merchandising)
Bachelor’s Degree
Preferred skills and experience:
Experienceas a supplier to Walmart
Analytical and curious, who canthink strategically and provide insightful perspectives and actionable insights
Motivated leader, embracing team building and professional coaching
Previousexperience inretail apparel industry and/or the children's business sector
Carter’s, Inc. is the largest branded marketer in the United States and Canada of apparel and related products exclusively for babies and young children. The Company owns the Carter’s and OshKosh B’gosh brands, two of the most recognized brands in the marketplace. These brands are sold in leading department stores, national chains, and specialty retailers domestically and internationally. They are also sold through nearly 1,000 Company-operated stores in the United States and Canada and on-line at www.carters.com, www.oshkosh.com, and www.cartersoshkosh.ca. The Company’s Just One You, Precious Firsts, and Genuine Kids brands are available at Target, its Child of Mine brand is available at Walmart, and its Simple Joys brand is available on Amazon.com. The Company also owns Skip Hop, a global lifestyle brand for families with young children. Carter’s is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. If you dream of working with innovative colleagues who support and inspire you, Count on Carter's.
