Dynamic and growing retail company is seeking a Planning Analyst! 

The Planning Analyst is responsible for effectively allocating merchandise and balancing inventory levels by store by style for their assigned division. This includes creating detailed analyses and reports to accurately assess each store’s performance, adjusting the width and depth of assortment in order to maximize sales and margin.

What You'll Do

• Collaboratively work with warehouse leads and buying team to problem solve and communicate solutions for allocation issues
• Utilize Aptos Allocation & Replenishment to effectively allocate merchandise and balance inventory levels by store by style for all merchandise categories in the assigned division.
• Build and maintain A&R forecast models, seasonality curves, lead times, pick schedules, dynamic min/max, and vendor review schedules to effectively manage vendor on order, backstock inventory, and daily store replenishment for both local vendors and major accounts
• Analyze productivity of individual store assortments and planograms (e.g., # of facings per SKU) in all categories and make detailed modifications to maximize sales and margin potential.
• Develop allocation and replenishment strategies to support stores with unique space, assortment, and timing needs.
• Provide analytical support to the overall team by conducting analyses of historical and current trends.
• Fully utilize analytical tools including Aptos Merchandising Analytics to prepare standard and ad hoc reports for the team.
• Ensure that all communication with the warehouse, stores, and vendors is timely, positive, and supportive
• Visit stores regularly to gain a full understanding of our customers and their needs