Merchandise Planner - Bakery develops strategies and techniques to increase sales of baked goods. Analyzes department profits and profit margins of individual items. Being a Merchandise Planner - Bakery controls ordering, inventory, and quality of baked goods. Responsible for increasing business with new and existing customers. Additionally, Merchandise Planner - Bakery may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Merchandise Planner - Bakery typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
The Merchandise Planner supports Merchandise Planning through the analysis of in-season business and the development of future season merchandise plans for the business. Through their analysis of the business, the Merchandise Planner collaborates with cross-functional partners in Merchandise Planning, Allocation, Merchandising, Production and Finance. The Merchandise Planner reports to the Merchandise Planning VP.
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