The assistant planner builds merchandise financial plans, vendor or class as appropriate, that support the merchandise strategies while achieving corporate financial goals in addition, they partner with the Planner to conduct key business analysis, to maximize profitability. Work with Planners and Buyers in assortment and buy planning by facilitating layering of assortments and validating the profitability of purchases.

Own the Monthly Forecast by making in-season adjustments to pre-season plans based on sales trend, inventory levels, promotional strategies, and margin goalsImprove profitability by driving sales, margin, and turn by analyzing monthly forecast performance against pre-season strategies and goalsManage product lifecycle through appropriate promotions and markdownsOptimize profitability by leading the permanent markdown process & providing recommendations on in-season POS pricing strategiesBuilds pre-season plans from the bottom upCreate and execute the assortment plan and the initial buy plan through use of hindsighting and profitability toolsManage vendor planning and item planning as needed (i.e. ladders)Develop and manage replenishment budgets by providing analytics required for planning and managing replenishment programs. Partner with allocation team to Reconcile merchandise and by-door plans with store level opportunitiesManage the business through in-season forecasting

Education / Experience Requirements:

Position Contribution Level :

Intermediate Level

Minimum Education & Experience:

• Bachelors degree and/or equivalent years of experience

• Specific work or project experience: Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office Suite

• Two or more years of applicable experience

• Prior Finance and or/ Retail Experience

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Specific Degree: Business, Finance, Accounting and or Retail

Knowledge / Skills Requirements:

• Ability to analyze data from multiple sources to identify trends & risks, resolve issues, and recognize opportunities

• Demonstrates initiative in exposing and resolving risks and opportunities

• Communicates effectively and maintains relationships at all levels internally and with vendors

• Demonstrates intermediate-level proficiency using retail merchandising systems & tools to drive business results

• Demonstrates intermediate-level proficiency using Oracle systems & tools (e.g. SAS, RMS, APX) to drive business results

Disclaimer:
For reasonable accommodation information for an ADAAA qualified disability please see Belk Associate Handbook for policy and procedures.

Pay Range
$55,000 - $65,000

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

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