Merchandise Planner

Merchandise Planner

Under the direction of the Senior Planning Manager, the Merchandise Planner will support plan creation and forecasting based on historical KPIs and trends. This position monitors stock to sales ratios, identifies and responds to changing sales trends, and partners with merchants to deliver results that meet or exceed goals. This role has a strong focus on in-stock, inventory levels, forward-looking buying strategy and the overall customer experience. The Merchandise Planner maintains financial, style level, and assortment plans, while providing analysis and recommendations to cross-functional partners.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the "Cavender's Culture" and drive our Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Become a trusted strategic partner and provide valuable insights to varied stakeholders.
• Develop a strong understanding of Western Lifestyle customer preferences to inform recommendations and support an exceptional Cavender's customer experience.
• Develop departmental and store plans (sales, margin, turnover) which align with corporate financial targets.
• Drive the monthly department financial forecasts (OTB management) for assigned categories, incorporating current business trends.
• Make fact-based recommendations to the merchant team and senior management. Influence future purchases and assortment strategies.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting to the merchant team to facilitate business discussions and strategy development.
• Utilize store grades and rankings to build merchandise assortment that maximize sales and GMROI.
• Leverage experience and skills to drive process improvement / development and streamline product / planning activities.
• Report on and collaborate with merchants to ensure aged inventory is addressed and appropriate price changes are made.

Qualifications and Requirements

Preferred Skills

Cavander's is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, military status, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Cavender's will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability upon request. If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application, please call Customer Service at (888) 361 2555 or visit your nearest Cavender's store.