Seasonal Merchandise Associate (Temporary position)

The Associate Planner, LOFT builds financial sales, gross margin and inventory plans for departments in a given area at a multichannel level. The Associate Planner will also use analytics to make client focused business decisions to achieve sales, margin and turn across both channels. In partnership with their manager, this person will manage and plan merchandise inventory positions and markdown strategies to drive departmental sales, inventory, profit and turnover objectives. Provides in-season financial projections and strategies. Identifies risks and opportunities to maximize profits. Contribute to projects resulting in improved departmental systems and efficiencies.

Develop, consolidate, and communicate a comprehensive pre-season planning strategy for cross channel inventory movement that identifies opportunities and risks.

Reforecast business in-season based on current performance, present revised projections and recommendations to cross-functional partners and senior leadership.

Provide Merchants with analytics to support assortment decisions by channel and develop promotional and markdown strategies to maximize profitability and sales.

Participate in all aspects of line building process with Merchandising Lead or participate in department projects to improve systems or efficiencies.

Partner with cross-functional teams to communicate division level financial merchandising plans that support the seasonal financial objectives.

Strategize, develop, and present seasonal key item plans that support sales and GM goals for stores and .com.

Use retail financial measurements to evaluate short-term and long-term impacts of business decisions.

2-4 years of retail buying, planning or financial analysis experience.

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent.
• E-Commerce experience is strongly preferred.
• Expert command of retail math concepts, applications, and statistical analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand's discount policies.

Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.

A culture of giving back local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.

Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K).

Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Time off paid time off & holidays.

The target salary range for this role is: $65,500 - $75,000

Hybrid: This position works in a hybrid model, with 3-4 days per week worked in the New York City office.

Position Type: Regular/Full time

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