Merchandise Planner

imogene willie is introducing a planner to our merchandise and production team. This person will assist in the planning lifecycle of each season analyzing sales, budgeting, maintaining the OTB, store allocations, etc. Working closely with our production, ecommerce, store, and warehouse teams on a daily basis. This full-time in-person role is based in our Nashville, TN headquarters offices and reports to the Director of Production and Merchandise Planning.

Responsibilities:

• Run and analyze weekly, monthly, quarterly selling recaps by department, having a strong understanding of product and category performance.
• Manage misc. selling recaps/analysis based on needs of the business
• Organize receipts by month/department for OTB
• Update and manage OTB on a monthly basis
• Plan Budgets annually and seasonally for sales, margin, receipts, inventory positions
• Calculate size breaks for all production orders
• Create PO’s for new and repeat orders
• Update delivery needs based off of selling/company directionSupport the management of inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock levels across various categories are met
• Have a full understanding of the collection and adapt with changes
• Bi-weekly allocate stores stock ensuring newness is delivered timely.
• Establish, maintain and support healthy and communicative relationships with our logistics, production, and ecommerce teams.
• Work with ecommerce team to optimize assortment and replenishments
• Communicate and troubleshoot daily on all ongoing planning efforts, working across teams in problem solving.
• Assist in the implementation of a new PLM system.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in fashion planning.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel
• Strong understanding of retail math and financial metrics
• Must be an inspiring team player and thrive in a very fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  
  
  

Who we are:

imogene willie was founded in 2009 with a dedication to high-quality, handcrafted denim. For 15 years, the brand has remained committed to always producing in the USA, prioritizing community and authentic storytelling. Made with love, made to last. We offer:

• A fast-paced, energetic, creative environment with passionate people who care a great deal about what we make and how
• Competitive pay and Full-Time benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Parental Leave, just to name a few)
• Generous retirement contributions to ALL employees: 401(k) 4% employer match
• Generous product discounts
  
  
  

We are not accepting unsolicited third-party recruitment agencies in the hiring process for this role. If you are a potential candidate interested in this role, please submit an application directly. If you have any questions about the application process or the role itself, please reach out to help@imogeneandwillie.com.

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