Merchandise Planner jobs in Bolingbrook, IL

Merchandise Planner plans and forecasts for future merchandise buys based on historical buys, reoccurring buys and current inventory levels. Responsible for reviewing stock to sales ratios, responding to changing sales trends, and ensuring plan sales, plan markups, and plan markdowns are achieved by departments. Being a Merchandise Planner plans and coordinates merchandise flow-through. Inputs and maintains data in various merchandising systems. Additionally, Merchandise Planner may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Merchandise Planner gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Merchandise Planner typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Planner, Merchandise
  • Crate & Barrel
  • Northbrook, IL FULL_TIME
  • Overview

    We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is over 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.

     

    We’re here for it. We think you should be too. We’re looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as a Merchandise Planner.

    Responsibilities

    The Planner is responsible for the inventory strategy and financial forecasts for a segment of the business. The goal is to maximize company sales growth and profitability by working closely with the Divisional Planning Manager and merchandising team on designing and implementing thoughtful inventory strategies that promote profitable sales growth and satisfy customer demand.

     

    A day in the life as a Planner...

    • Manage end-to-end inventory strategy for product category including new product buys, reorders and end-of-life markdowns
    • Develop pre-season plans in coordination with department and company targets
    • In collaboration with Buyers, forecast sales, margin and inventory at a category level based on changes in trend strategy or business climate
    • Lead monthly business review (OTB) to determine actions that will optimize sales and gross margin
    • Develop and provide appropriate business analysis to influence future purchases and assortment strategies
    • Build strong cross-functional partnerships with Allocation, Merchandising, Sourcing, Supply Chain, and vendors to enable successful business strategies and flawless execution
    • Drive item planning and forecasting for ordering, allocation and cross-functional need
    • Work with Merchant partner to develop promotional strategies to maximize profitability
    • Manage category planning operations, including critical deadlines, coding, hunt paths and product lead-times

    What you'll bring to the table...

    • Strong financial acumen and experience in presenting data and analysis
    • Lead or support a collaborative work environment within the Merchandising Department focused on distinctive products and an engaged customer experience
    • Strong communication skills within team and department; work consistency and accuracy
    • Aptitude for spreadsheet and planning tools
    • Proven ability to work with attention to detail and accuracy

    We'd love to hear from you if you have...

    • 3 years in merchandising, planning/allocation, buying or equivalent experience preferred
    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
    • Experience with inventory management, IT systems, product pipeline process design, and promotional strategies
  • 17 Days Ago

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Merchandise planner
  • Women in Retail
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary The Associate Merchandise Planner is responsible for developing annual sales, margin and turnover goals that tie to the annual goals of the company. Additionally, this position is acc...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Planner
  • Amphenol Energy Technologies
  • Des Plaines, IL FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Summary: As an Amphenol Energy Technologies, the Production Planner is responsible for managing all production order dates, communicating ship plans and working with Operations and Pur...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Planner
  • Wesco
  • Glenview, IL FULL_TIME
  • As a Planner you will be responsible for Demand Planning and/or Supply Planning Processes for the assigned business intersection. You will gather information from Sales, Category & Inventory Managemen...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Planner
  • Matheson Tri-Gas
  • Joliet, IL FULL_TIME
  • Planners perform various functions which primarily involves production planning, forecasting, and outsourcing raw materials to ensure a smooth material flow through the plant to the end customer. Plan...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Planner
  • WESCO
  • Glenview, IL FULL_TIME
  • As a Planner you will be responsible for Demand Planning and/or Supply Planning Processes for the assigned business intersection. You will gather information from Sales, Category & Inventory Managemen...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Merchandise Assistant Manager
  • Dollar Tree
  • Dyer, IN
  • Store Dollar Tree Work where you love to shop! Dollar Tree is hiring in your neighborhood. Avoid long commutes and set y...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant in Training
  • Buckle
  • Joliet, IL
  • Summary Buckle is seeking experienced and talented individuals who desire to take their skills to the next level. As an ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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VP Media & Field Operations
  • Confidential
  • Naperville, IL
  • About Our Company Our Company operates a massive place-based media network in most major US supermarket chains, pharmaci...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Grocery Coordinator Full Time
  • Fresh Thyme
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • If you're someone who has a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives, join us as we work to be a tr...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Produce Coordinator Full Time
  • Fresh Thyme
  • Naperville, IL
  • If you're someone who has a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives, join us as we work to be a tr...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Merchandise Operations Leader (Department Manager)
  • Petco
  • Elgin, IL
  • **Merchandise Operations Leader (Department Manager)** Category: Stores Location: 364 Randall Road, South Elgin , IL 601...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Merchandise Operations Leader (Department Manager)
  • Petco
  • South Elgin, IL
  • **Merchandise Operations Leader (Department Manager)** Category: Stores Location: 364 Randall Road, South Elgin , IL 601...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Party City Team Member
  • Party City
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • Location: Location: Party City Team Member in Bolingbrook, IL at Party City **Location:** **Experience:** Not Specified ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

The village of Bolingbrook is a southwest suburb of Chicago in Will and DuPage counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. As of the 2017 US Census, the population is 75,201. It is the 17th largest incorporated place in Illinois and the state's 2nd largest village. Bolingbrook is at 41°41′55″N 88°5′19″W / 41.69861°N 88.08861°W / 41.69861; -88.08861 (41.698613, -88.088668), approximately 28 miles southwest of Downtown Chicago. According to the 2010 census Bolingbrook has a total area of 24.257 square miles (62.83 km2), of which 24.05 square miles (62.29 km2) (or 99.15%) is land and 0.207 square ...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Merchandise Planner jobs
$74,694 to $98,103
Bolingbrook, Illinois area prices
were up 0.8% from a year ago