Wholesale Planning Manager

Company Overview  

Delta Galil USA, Inc. is a global manufacturer and marketer of branded and private label apparel products for men, women and children. Since its inception in 1975, the company has continually endeavored to create products that follow a body-before-fabric philosophy, placing equal emphasis on comfort, aesthetics and quality. Delta Galil develops innovative seamless apparel, including bras, shapewear and socks; intimate apparel for women; underwear for men, including under its owned brands Schiesser, Eminence, Organic Basics and Athena; babywear, activewear, sleepwear and loungewear, including under its owned P.J. Salvage and Delta brands. Delta Galil also designs, develops, markets and sells branded denim and apparel under the brand 7 For All Mankind®, and ladies’ and kids’ apparel under the brand Splendid®. In addition, it sells its products under brand names licensed to the company, including adidas, Wolford, Wilson, Columbia, Tommy Hilfiger and others.

Role Overview

The Wholesale Planning Manager will perform a variety of planning tasks that include inventory forecasting, demand planning, inventory buying, order tracking, shipment management and gross margin management. This role will be responsible for ensuring the smooth flow of information and follow-up from customer to production handoff with a focus on data integrity and accuracy. The incumbent will also be responsible for being the business planning liaison with Delta and external vendors.

Responsibilities

Sales Forecasting

• Own monthly forecast review by reporting and analyzing shipments, on order receipts and gross margin projections.
• Identify risks & opportunities on a brand and account level. Accounts include department stores, off price retailers, DTC and Amazon.
• Meet with business partners and communicate findings to leadership team.
• Updated corporate reports for external licensing partners on a monthly basis.
• Collaborate with VP of Planning and Head of Sales on budget forecasts

Inventory Management

• Create monthly inventory report to manage current Available to Sell, WIP and sales.
• Determine weeks of supply and need for additional inventory purchases.
• Analyze weekly selling data on existing replenishment programs and adjust forecast based on account needs taking into consideration weeks of supply.
• Provide accurate order forecasts for our internal & external partners to minimize excess inventory of fabric, trim and finished goods.
• Work with sales and production to place inventory buys after-market appointments to purchase fashion product and fill in to replenishment stock as needed.
• Partner with the Sales & operations planning team to maintain assortment integrity and alignment with the financial OTB requirements.
• Work with VP of Planning and Sales leads to project out inventory factory capacity needs.
• Execute quarterly SKU rationalization reviews. Maintain an equal voice in the product assortment & planning process.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• A minimum of 5 years in planning
• Strong communication capabilities
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables)
• Extremely analytical, with the ability to pull key insights from large amounts of data
•  Experience working cross-functionally with sales, buyers and planners
• Keen business judgment
• Capacity to juggle diverse tasks while maintaining focus on day-to-day operations
• Organized, reliable, detail-focused, and resourceful in nature
• Experience building NOS assortments or something similar
• Excellent rapport-building abilities
• Advanced problem-solving capabilities
• An entrepreneurial mindset is suitable for dynamic environments
• The ideal candidate is an energetic, forward-thinker who thrives in challenging settings
•  SAP knowledge a plus

This is a hybrid role, with 4 days in our New York office.

PAY RATE: $100,000/yr-$135,000/yr 

At Delta Galil, we strive to hire and nurture amazing talent. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience, specialized skills, and internal alignment. 

DIVERSITY VISION STATEMENT: 

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled. 

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor. 

As a Delta Galil Associate, you’ll be part of a global fashion company that values innovation, craftsmanship, and people. We’re committed to offering comprehensive and competitive benefits that reflect our culture of care, creativity, and collaboration — but most importantly, benefits that fit you.

Our diverse range of programs is designed to support your total well-being — empowering you to make the best choices for yourself, your loved ones, and your lifestyle.

Below are a few of the benefits available to our Associates:

• Multi-brand merchandise discount, including Splendid, 7 For All Mankind, and PJ Salvage
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, as well as Basic Life/Voluntary Life/Disability/Critical Illness
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) Retirement Program with Company match and 529 College Savings Plan, as well as Tax-Advantage Health & Transit Accounts
• Personal and sick time off, vacation time, floating days, and company-observed holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time Off to dedicate your skills and time towards charitable activities
• From weekly breakfasts and monthly milestone celebrations to leadership-led panels, and, team-building events, we offer plenty of fun ways to connect—both in person and virtually