Merchandise Planner
$80.8k - $100.4kJ.Crew Group
- # Merchandise PlannerApplylocations: New York, NY, USA (Headquarters)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: 126211**Our Story**J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion.Since 1983, we’ve been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view—it’s no wonder we’ve been in your closet for four decades and counting.Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes—we’re proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are.Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.**The Role + Purpose**As a Planner, you’ll develop and execute the financial strategy for your department, partnering with Merchants and Allocators to optimize sales, margin, and inventory performance. You’ll use your analytical expertise to build financial plans, forecast results, and provide clear insights that influence business decisions. This role requires strong collaboration, the ability to synthesize data into actionable strategies, and the confidence to guide cross-functional partners toward achieving both short- and long-term goals.**Responsibilities:****Preseason*** Partner with manager to develop pre-season financial strategy that connects to and supports total JCG goals* Build preseason sales, margin, and inventory plans by department and class using historical data and current trend insights* Develop bottoms-up style plan, in partnership with Merchandising, making recommendations on rank, depth of buy, and flow timing* Summarize tops-down vs. bottoms-up plans, incorporating key metrics such as markup, average unit cost, margin rate, available inventory, discount rates, and sell-through* Present preseason plans and financial recommendations during investment and line review meetings**In Season*** Provide weekly updates on sales, margin, and inventory performance versus forecast at both a high level and style level* Partner with Merchandising, Allocation, and Assortment Planning to make data-driven decisions that optimize product flow, pricing, and receipt management* Prepare in-season forecasts and lead monthly OTB meetings, recommending forecast adjustments based on trend analysis* Analyze sell-through and inventory-to-sales ratios, proposing pricing and promotional actions to maximize profitability* Partner with Merchandising on opportunities to chase into or adjust future on-order to maximize margin outcome**Qualifications:***Required** Bachelor’s degree* 4+ years of experience in merchandise planning, allocation, or financial analysis* Strong analytical, financial modeling, and Excel skills* Proven ability to translate data into insights and influence cross-functional partners* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation abilities* Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment*Preferred** Experience planning across multiple categories or channels* Advanced proficiency with planning tools and retail analytics systems* Demonstrated success managing OTB and seasonal investment strategies* Understanding of retail metrics such as sell-through, turn, and inventory-to-sales ratioWe welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We’re always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.**Benefits + Perks*** **Health & Well-being -** Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.* **Associate Discount -**We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).* **Summer Fridays -**In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.* **Community Impact -**We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.* **Winter Break -**In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.Salary Range: $80,800.00 - $100,400.00At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company’s size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group’s competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.
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