Director, Merchandise Planning, Allocation

3 months ago

Charlotte, United States Cato Corporation Full time

Director, Merchandise Planning, Allocation & Control

ON-SITE - Charlotte, NC 28273


The Cato Corporation is seeking an experienced Director, Merchandise Planning, Allocation & Control to join our Planning & Allocation team


JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for overseeing the development of long and short range merchandise plans, forecasts, allocation strategies and execution for the assigned area. Responsible to manage and control merchandise purchases and inventories within agreed upon guidelines. Develop collaborative relationships with all levels of management as well as cross functional partners. Manage, train and mentor planning and allocation teams.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Champion change and understand change management
  • Effectively train, mentor and develop planning and allocation team
  • Develop top line financial plans
  • Review and approve long range financial plans at the department level
  • Review and approve open to buy sales, markdown projections and recommended actions
  • Review and approve allocation strategies
  • Responsible for collaborating with DMM on assigned area of responsibility
  • Participate in quarterly analysis and hindsight meetings
  • Develop and maintain relationships with cross functional teams
  • Communicate necessary business information to the necessary teams
  • Support all systems upgrades and testing
  • Partner with SVP on special projects and analysis
  • Develop and maintain milestone calendars


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • 10+ years experience in Merchandise Planning and Allocation.
  • Bachelor degree required. Fashion Retailing or Business degree a plus.
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong organization, communication and development skills
  • Strong Excel and Word skills
  • Collaborative mentality and ability to work in a team environment


The Cato Corporation offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including Medical/Dental/Life Insurance package, 401(K) Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending Plan, Stock Purchase Plan and more


The Cato Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, age, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

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