What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail Store Planner & Allocator position at McKinley Marketing Partners?
Our DC-based client is seeking a Retail Store Planner & Allocator to support planning responsibilities for their store's retail channel through strategic merchandise planning, controlled inventory management, and actionable reporting and insights. This individual will assist in managing the open-to-buy for select categories and provide insights into both pre-season and in-season plans. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, relevant retail or work experience, and a problem-solving mindset, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and recap actual sales results to plan and forecast in-season sales and inventory on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc basis.
- Assist in developing and maintaining various reporting and analytical tools to meet/exceed sales and financial goals.
- Support the planning team in managing the planning and allocation process for Brick & Mortar stores.
- Participate in the completion of departmental tasks, ensuring deadlines are met.
- Liaise with cross-functional teams to make assortment planning decisions based on historical and in-season data.
- Provide administrative support and/or analysis.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- At least 5 years of relevant experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Strong organizational skills with a sense of priority for deadlines and attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Salary : $90,000 - $100,000
