Manager, Merchandise Planning

The role

The Manager, Merchandise Planning will own the creation, management and execution of end to end sales, gross margin, inventory and merchandise planning strategies for the Women’s Footwear department. This role involves managing the Women’s Footwear DTC planning team and partnering with Merchandising, Production, and Site Merch to optimize the business.

What you will do

• Act as the primary point-person for Women’s Footwear sales, GM, inventory and receipts
• Lead, manage and guide team of planners/analysts
• Guide and influence in-season financial management including open-to-buy forecasting, pricing decisions and demand driven buying decisions
• Build and create context for guiding product and seasonal planning
• Partner with the Merchandising team to identify and drive opportunities to optimize performance
• Partner with production for receipt forecasting and aligning on trigger dates for read/react strategies
• Drive for continual improvement and innovation

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, related field or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of experience in Merchandising or Demand Planning within the retail sector
• Strength in DTC/Omni-channel planning
• 2+ years of experience managing and leading within a planning team
• Strong financial acumen and ability to develop strategic plans in new and growing markets
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Google Suite, Shopify, Toolio, SAP, Centric

Nice to have

• An entrepreneurial mindset

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• 401k matching
• Comprehensive health plans for you and your family
• Supplemental mental health benefits
• Healthy snacks delivered to your home
• Monthly wellness reimbursement
• Quarterly product allowance!

About the company

Rothy’s creates wardrobe staples using 3D knitting technology and handcrafted assembly. The company focuses on building a sustainable future and fostering an inclusive environment.