Merchandise Planner

4 weeks ago


Mount Horeb, United States Duluth Trading Company Full time

Position Overview:   The Merchandise Planner is responsible for development and execution of financial plans and forecasts at category, subcategory, product and SKUs that support merchandise strategies and initiatives. The Merchandise Planner is responsible for the bottoms up validation of the end-to-end business process from pre-season strategies all the way through to in-season OTB management.  Position Details: Work Environment:At Duluth Trading Company, we value face-to-face interactions that foster our culture of learning, creativity, and teamwork. The role is based at our headquarters near Madison, WI. You will work in the office Monday through Thursday, with the option to work from home on Fridays if you prefer.  What You’ll Do: Collaborate in the development of brand, division and category level pre-season, item-level sales and margin plans that align with Duluth’s financial goals and open-to-buy targetsMaintains monthly OTB financial plans at division, category and subcategory level by season, month and week. This includes the tops down and bottoms up reconciliation of brand and category to ensure brands and categories ladder up to total coporate financial targetsMonitors and tracks changes to sales and OTB levels and reports on the risk / impact to merchandising strategies and key KPIs / provides solutions to get categories and brands back on track to hit key KPIsStrong financial acumen with ability to analyzes and identify selling trends, taking action to maximize selling potential and minimize risk to inventory, profitability and overstocksEnsure the team adheres to monthly forecast review cadence by reforecasting in season and aligning with merchant and inventory partners on sales, margin, markdowns, receipts, and inventory related actionsOwns preparation and presentation for key business reporting meetings such as weekly sales meetings, early commit meetings and business reviews. This includes the ability to clearly articulate the why behind the numbers and key actions to hit seasonal KPIsProactively seeks out subject matter experts to continue to learn and grow and takes action on feedbackActs as a champion of change management and process improvement through implements new tools, ideas, and ways of thinking to create team efficienciesManages in-season product appearances based on inventory availability and needs – which includes managing products through end of life and driving a profitable markdown strategy and executionAnalyze historical and current trends to identify risks or opportunities and recommend and drive strategies with cross-functional leaders to increase sales and achieve business and financial objectivesOwns accurate data in the systems and provides reporting as neededPartners with merchandising and inventory on color and size mix % and uses historical selling analysis to help determine appropriate mixAbility to build strong relationships with internal and external partners and is seen as a trusted leaderEmbraces new systems and processes that ladder to corporate growth initiativesHelp provide cross functional partners with ad hoc reports and business recommendations based on data driven findings and factsAbility to identify and develop internal and external talentWhat We’re Looking For:4 Year Degree and/or minimum 5 years of inventory management and/or inventory planning/forecasting experienceEquivalent work experience would be consideredExperience in a leadership role, developing and executing strategy and managing peoplePlanning and Forecasting system experience Reporting tools experience, as well as Microsoft Excel proficiencyOutstanding problem solving and change management skillsLeadership skills, ability to guide teams to actionsCoaching and management skills, ability to develop direct reportsQuantitative analytical skills, ability to form conclusions using numerical dataSystems aptitude, knows how and when to use systems to make decisionsTechnical knowledge, understands forecasting definitions and formulasSense of ownership, approaches company business as if it were their ownSense of urgency, proactive identification of opportunities and risksGlobal view of company and business, as well as strategic initiativesProject management skills, ability to balance forward looking and day to dayAuthorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.Position Benefits and PerksOur pursuit of a better way isn't just about our products—it's about our people too.  That's why our Dam Good Crew enjoys a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support their well-being and success Multiple Medical plan options Dental & Vision plans Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Account including company contributions  Company paid Life Insurance and AD&DCompany paid Short-Term DisabilityOther various voluntary benefits including: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long-Term Disability and Supplemental Life Insurance401(k) Employer MatchEmployee Stock Purchase Plan to purchase Duluth Trading Co. stock at a discount 12 weeks of Parental Leave at 100% pay Paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas DayPaid Time Off: take it as you need it policy for exempt employeesDaily pay available  40% Employee Discount Flexible Fridays Onsite fitness centerPosition Compensation OutlineAnnual Base Salary Range: $64,000 to $85,000/year This position is eligible to participate in the company bonus program. Compensation listed is for the full-time position at this specific location and is based on several factors, including experience, and qualifications. Benefits and perks may have eligibility requirements and are subject to change.   The responsibilities outlined in this position description are a guideline for the general duties of the position and are not exhaustive of all duties inherent in the job. Duluth Trading Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. #LI-Onsite About Duluth Trading Company: Started in 1989, Duluth Trading Company exists to enable hard-working individuals to take on life with their own two hands. Folks that revel in doing it the hard way and celebrate finding a better way. We seek talented individuals who share these beliefs and are excited to further the Duluth Trading legacy with a digital-first mindset, always moving forward and always innovating. From ingenious Duluth workwear, to comfortably capable Buck Naked Underwear, to outside-embracing AKHG, it’s all about the innovative gear and gadgets that equip customers for a more hands-on way of life. Top-notch quality, immersive storytelling, outstanding customer service, and the shared belief that the go-all-in-and-dig-deep spirit exists with everyone are what sets Duluth Trading Co. apart. We seek talented folks looking to be part of a can-do team that’s hellbent on helping the world to gear up, get its hands dirty, and do. 


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