Director of Retail Planning

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Director of Retail Planning

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Position Summary:

Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze consumer demographic characteristics, sales trends, retail landscape and other relevant data to interpret, financially plan for and react to emerging market trends and conditions

• Determine appropriate competitive strategies to drive category product development, good/better/best quality merchandise assortment and quantity, purchase, pricing, margin, promotion and clearance to maximize revenue and margin

• Partner with merchandise planning to develop and implement a balanced investment strategy by category and store type

• Lead in decision making regarding prices, quantities, freight terms, allowances and product packaging based on the purchasing plan

• Report to the executive team on the state of the category using financial analysis and other fact-based data in terms of current performance, new styles, trends, promotions, best sellers, etc.

• Research and shop competitors to ensure the Company is a category value leader

• Travel to retail store locations as needed to conduct velocity walks; review and evaluate product mix and gain insight regarding quality or other issues and translate those findings into executable plans

• Provide product development recommendations to the in-house design team; bring fresh perspectives to the table that reflect price point and design trend needs.

• Serve as the product merchandise advocate for the enterprise stores

• Ensure all product documentation is complete and on file with required departments

• Review and approve the accuracy of all strategic and technical information, such as product mix, item selection, item description, price direction, etc., prior to set deadlines

• Participate, as needed, in planogram and display concept set-up, as well as new store set-up

• Communicate company and departmental issues and goals and facilitate employee growth and development through weekly team meetings, regular individual employee meetings, coaching, training, and company-offered learning opportunities

• Manage resources to optimize equipment, facilities, employees, methods, and materials.

• Demonstrate the Company's Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of years' experience in purchasing, buying, merchandising, brand management, assortment planning, marketing or related field required

• Supervisory/Management experience

• Strong attention to detail

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

• Effective time management and organizational skills

• Work independently as well as in a team environment

• Maintain confidentiality

• Working knowledge of continuous Improvement

• Handle multiple projects simultaneously within established time constraints

• Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong skills in agility, along with the ability to pivot easily when directions and priorities changes on short notice

• Proven ability to interpret analytics to inform, implement and drive strategies

• Proven ability to effectively lead in a fast-paced, highly dynamic & matrixed environment with a collaborative focus on driving business results

• Work professionally with customers and co-workers to efficiently serve our customers, treating both with enthusiasm and respect

• Display empathy, understanding and patience with employees and external customers

• Respond professionally in situations with difficult employee/vendor/customer issues or inquiries

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