What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Director, Planning position at Chico's FAS?
With approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, it takes sophisticated technology, resources and infrastructure to ensure the continued success of our businesses. From finance and accounting to technology and merchandising careers, we have diverse opportunities available for talented professionals to join our team of nearly 16,000 associates who share our commitment to excellence.
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
This position is responsible for directing the merchandise planning team both In-Season and Pre-Season in assessing current business trends and making recommendations to course correct and improve business projection. It is highly critical to think outside of the box and be strategic in how to assess and make recommendations.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Leads the development, analysis, and revision of category plans for sales, margin realization, inventory and profit.
• Drives financial results that maximize sales, inventory and bottom line profitability.
• Drives and projects KPI’s on daily, weekly, and monthly basis and communicates to key business partners.
• Analyzes current trends to identify risks and opportunities to business and recommends strategies to achieve financial goals.
• Oversees seasonal merchandise flow strategies that maximize sales, profitability and customer expectations.
• Provides direction and manages the open to buy (OTB/MBR) process and leads the cross-functional team in managing through opportunities and risks.
• Needs to be highly competent in both Full Price/Markdown and Season Code forecasting (OTB/MBR).
• Ensures all orders fall within approved financial open to buy parameters.
• Presents analysis in weekly, monthly and quarterly business meetings to Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
• Values individuality and the diverse talents of their team. Leads the team by communicating expectations, providing guidance, delivering feedback, and empowering the team to be their best.
This position may be found in multiple brands. Some duties may vary from brand to brand.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree is required, a Master’ degree preferred
• 10 years of prior experience in Planning and Allocation working in an Apparel Specialty Store environment, and must include minimum 5 years in a Management role
• Omni planning experience preferred
• Proficient in planning multiple levels of business drivers
• Understands both Full Price / Markdown and Season Code forecasting (OTB/MBR)
• Ability to use rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions
• Owns the skill set to work in ambiguous situations and can effectively manage change, risk and uncertainty. Flexibility to shift focus/priorities at a moment’s notice
• System experience in Graphic software knowledge, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Database and JDA preferred
• Excellent communication, collaboration and presentation skills
#LI-CS4
Chico’s FAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
This position is responsible for directing the merchandise planning team both In-Season and Pre-Season in assessing current business trends and making recommendations to course correct and improve business projection. It is highly critical to think outside of the box and be strategic in how to assess and make recommendations.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Leads the development, analysis, and revision of category plans for sales, margin realization, inventory and profit.
• Drives financial results that maximize sales, inventory and bottom line profitability.
• Drives and projects KPI’s on daily, weekly, and monthly basis and communicates to key business partners.
• Analyzes current trends to identify risks and opportunities to business and recommends strategies to achieve financial goals.
• Oversees seasonal merchandise flow strategies that maximize sales, profitability and customer expectations.
• Provides direction and manages the open to buy (OTB/MBR) process and leads the cross-functional team in managing through opportunities and risks.
• Needs to be highly competent in both Full Price/Markdown and Season Code forecasting (OTB/MBR).
• Ensures all orders fall within approved financial open to buy parameters.
• Presents analysis in weekly, monthly and quarterly business meetings to Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
• Values individuality and the diverse talents of their team. Leads the team by communicating expectations, providing guidance, delivering feedback, and empowering the team to be their best.
This position may be found in multiple brands. Some duties may vary from brand to brand.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree is required, a Master’ degree preferred
• 10 years of prior experience in Planning and Allocation working in an Apparel Specialty Store environment, and must include minimum 5 years in a Management role
• Omni planning experience preferred
• Proficient in planning multiple levels of business drivers
• Understands both Full Price / Markdown and Season Code forecasting (OTB/MBR)
• Ability to use rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions
• Owns the skill set to work in ambiguous situations and can effectively manage change, risk and uncertainty. Flexibility to shift focus/priorities at a moment’s notice
• System experience in Graphic software knowledge, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Database and JDA preferred
• Excellent communication, collaboration and presentation skills
#LI-CS4
Chico’s FAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.