Dir, Planning

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 plays a key role in directing the development, execution, and communication of the strategic merchandise financial plans. This position is responsible for leading a portion of the Planning team and partners with cross functional leaders in driving and maximizing sales and margin.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages multiple product categories.

• Oversees the development and maintenance of seasonal merchandise strategies and financial plans.

• Partners with cross functional teams to develop and manage future and in season business strategies that increase sales, improve margins and maximize inventory productivity.

• Drives strong partnership/alignment with cross-functional team to manage opportunities and risks in critical business meetings/milestones.

• Promotes communication and teamwork within the division, as well as across divisions.

• Provides forward looking analysis and recommendations related to driving business goals

• Drives analytical excellence leading the development of new reporting and approaches.

• Partners with senior leadership in leading and managing change in support of the company’s strategic initiatives.

• Provides direction to Planners to partner cross functionally to ensure optimal inventories to best serve the customers’ needs for multiple product categories.

• Builds, coaches and develops a high performing team.

• 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 in finance, operations, or business is preferred

• 10 years of prior experience in Planning, Allocation, or Merchandising/Buying in an Apparel Specialty Store environment

• Minimum 2-3 years as a Manager experience

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize

• Team player who works well with co-workers and management

• Demonstration of leadership and talent development skills

• Proven ability to build and maintain productive cross-functional relationships to drive business and create/lead teams

• Ability to negotiate and influence effectively

• Proven track record in managing a business to achieve financial targets

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and dynamic modeling replenishment systems; Planning systems and SAP experience a strong plus

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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.