Sr Manager, Merchandise Planning - Temp
About The Position
About the Role In this role, you will be a key leader within the Inventory Management team, responsible for bringing the financial strategy of our product vision to life by overseeing one of the company’s largest financial assets: our product. As Senior Manager, Merchandise Planning, you will lead the Women’s, Active Bottoms team and drive the success of multiple product categories by developing and executing a comprehensive financial roadmap that aligns with brand strategy and evolving customer needs. You are passionate about leveraging both qualitative and quantitative insights in a dynamic retail environment and bring a strategic lens to forecasting and financial planning. You are a thought leader who thrives on innovation, inspires cross-functional collaboration, and is committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience while achieving and exceeding financial goals. Your advanced analytical and storytelling skills, combined with a strong leadership presence, will be essential to your success in this role.
Requirements
- A strategic thinker with 7+ years of experience in merchandise or financial planning within a retail environment.
- Proven leader with experience managing and developing high-performing teams.
- Highly skilled in Excel and planning systems, with the ability to turn data into actionable insights.
- Strong communicator and storyteller, able to influence across levels and functions.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
- Passionate about retail, customer experience, and driving results through collaboration and innovation.
Responsibilities
- Lead financial planning and forecasting for multiple product categories, ensuring alignment with brand and customer strategies.
- Partner with cross-functional teams—including Merchandising, Finance, and Inventory Management—to drive business outcomes.
- Monitor in-season performance, identify risks and opportunities, and adjust plans to meet or exceed financial targets.
- Present insights, forecasts, and recommendations to senior leadership in key business meetings.
- Guide markdown and pricing strategies to optimize profitability while supporting brand integrity.
- Mentor and develop your team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
