What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Category Manager - Merchandise and Inventory position at Russell Tobin?
**Company Overview**
Russell Tobin & Associates is a leading recruitment agency that specializes in finding talented professionals for top retailers.
We are proud to work with a leading specialty retailer to find a highly experienced Merchandise Planner to join their
The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of inventory management and financial planning principles.
**Responsibilities**
- Develop and maintain sales, inventory, and margin plans aligned with financial objectives
- Support the execution of two major product launches, ensuring proper planning and forecasting
- Collaborate with Merchants and Planners to optimize assortments by cluster and distribution channel
- Work closely with the Demand Forecaster to incorporate statistical forecasting, merchandise plans, and business insights
