Wholesale Planner

Mizzen+Main•Dallas, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced, analytically driven, and strategically minded Wholesale Planner to lead demand planning and inventory optimization across our wholesale channels. Reporting to the Director of Planning, this role owns seasonal sales forecasting, open-to-buy management, and account-level planning. You will partner closely with Wholesale, Planning, and Finance teams to align strategies with company-wide financial goals. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, solution-oriented strategic thinker with a proven track record of driving results through data-driven decision-making in the wholesale specialty retail space.

Requirements

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in merchandise planning and inventory management, preferably in the wholesale apparel industry
Advanced Excel skills (vlookup, sumif, ifand, etc)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand complex sets of data and draw meaningful insights
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

Develop seasonal and annual wholesale sales, margin, and inventory plans by channel and account.
Own in-season sales forecasts, open-to-buy (OTB), and inventory flow plans.
Generate 6, 12, and 18-month demand forecasts to ensure appropriate inventory levels.
Manage replenishment and basics programs for both sell-in and sell-out.
Collaborate with the Sales team to understand customer demand and adjust merchandise plans accordingly.
Build and maintain account-level demand plans and buy quantities.
Own pre-market buy plans, seasonal investments, and post-market reconciliation.
Identify risks and opportunities related to inventory imbalances and implement mitigation strategies.
Support inventory optimization, stock transfers, and liquidation strategies.
Manage off-price inventory and partner with Ops and Wholesale for delivery to off-price accounts.
Analyze complex sales and inventory data to identify trends, product growth opportunities, and improved forecasting accuracy.
Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain processes.
Communicate regularly with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on business goals and targets.
Develop and execute merchandise plans that align with the company’s financial goals
Conduct analysis of sales data to identify opportunities for product growth and improve forecasting accuracy
Manage seasonal investments and track sell-in (prebooks)
Manage replenishment/basics programs for sell-in and sell-out.
Generate six, twelve, and 18-month demand forecasts to ensure appropriate inventory levels
Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain processes and minimize inventory risks
Communicate regularly with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and identify opportunities for improvement