Wholesale Planner (Value Channel)

Catalyst Brands•New York, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Wholesale Associate Planner (Value Channel) is responsible for supporting all activities associated with managing our financial, demand, and inventory management for the Wholesale Value business across multiple brands. They will provide support to sales and other cross-functional teams by establishing process and analytical tools to drive an efficient and profitable business. This is a key position for cash flow optimization. The individual should exude business agility and strategic thinking, leveraging internal and external data to make fact-based decisions.

Requirements

4+ years planning, forecasting, or other relevant analytical roles within the industry. Must have wholesale experience.
Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Merchandising, Business, Finance).
Advanced business knowledge of merchandising and forecasting concepts with an understanding of their operational and financial impacts.
Ability to utilize retail math skills to analyze and drive business.
Must be system savvy with a high proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel
Result-oriented and self-motivated individual with a strong sense of urgency
Must be proactive with the ability to multi task and prioritize initiatives as well as adaptable to changing demands.
Robust problem solving, analytical, and data management skills.
Exhibits high standards and accountability; detail oriented person who takes pride in maintaining superior accuracy
Thrives in a dynamic environment and enthusiastic about approaching complex issues with creative solutions.
Demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and effectively interact with multiple levels.
Must have authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Job duties may be performed effectively using the hybrid work program designated by the company.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor as the company retains the right to change duties to this position.

Responsibilities

Manage the planning functions for all Cuts/Discounters accounts.
Own the reporting of inventory as it relates to the status to fill customer po’ (wip risk reports) and ATS management
Maintain all weekly reporting and recaps
Proactively develop ad-hoc analytical reports and tools to meet the changing needs of the business.
Prepare key analysis for sales team including strategic recommendations to maximize sales and profitability.
Create market buy tools and place market buys with production. Monitor vendor po’s to ensure accurate and on-time.
Compile hindsight reporting for use in future planning and forecasting
Establish strong partnerships with Merchandising, Production, Customer Service, POD, and the Sales team