Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Planning, Projections: analyze sales, stock levels, margin and other key metrics. Own
  end to end merchandise planning, delivering sales projections and target stock levels by
  sku, style, product type, location,
• Open-to-Buy: develop and manage Open-to-Buy (OTB) plans, recommend shifts in
  purchasing based on performance and trends.
• Reporting, Analysis prepare regular reports, presenting recommendations re
  assortment edits, product or category opportunities, liabilities.
• Allocation, Inventory: provide per location sku minimums and assess stock balance
  transfer efficiency; allocate inventory to optimize sell through, margin and stock
  efficiency
• KPIs: Monitor inventory KPIs such as revenue, profitability, turn, and sell-through;
  identify risks and opportunities to improve performance.
• Management/Leadership: manage, develop and train assistants and coordinators
• Oversee the proper execution of department tasks. Co-manage projects and initiatives.
  Represent Merchandising in interdepartmental efforts

Our Ideal Candidate

• 4-6 years of planning experience, ideally in multi-channel jewelry or accessories
• Adept at learning new platforms and systems
• Strong analytical, problem solving, Excel, ERP and retail math skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Flexible, able to pivot quickly, multitask and set priorities for self & team
• Strong sense of urgency and ownership
• Team player with a respectful, positive and supportive approach
• Willingness to work overtime as necessary
• Comfortable in a fast-moving, startup-like environment - scrappy, resourceful, and
  excited to wear many hats as the role evolves