Merchandise Planner jobs in Des Plaines, 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
  • 16 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...
  • 16 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...
  • 19 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...
  • 9 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...
  • 15 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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Associate Store Planner - EJD
  • Ace Hardware
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • The Job The Associate Store Planner will be responsible for creating store layouts in CAD, managing fixture quotes, assi...
  • 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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Store Coordinator - Food Service
  • Fresh Thyme
  • Chicago, IL
  • If youre someone who wants to make a difference and is passionate about the impact healthy eating has on peoples lives, ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Supply Chain Planner
  • Leister Technologies
  • Schaumburg, IL
  • Job Description Job Description Basic Function: Purchase intercompany and third-party products, maintain accurate record...
  • 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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Associate Merchandise Planner
  • Women in Retail
  • Chicago, IL
  • **Position Summary** The Associate Merchandise Planner is responsible for developing annual sales, margin and turnover g...
  • 3/26/2024 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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Warehouse Clerk
  • Peachstatetrucks
  • Forest Park, IL
  • ** Warehouse Clerk** **Job Category****:** Warehouse/Logistics **Requisition Number****:** WAREH001585 Showing 1 locatio...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Des Plaines is located at 42°2′2″N 87°53′59″W / 42.03389°N 87.89972°W / 42.03389; -87.89972 (42.033848, −87.899786). According to the 2010 census, Des Plaines has a total area of 14.415 square miles (37.33 km2), of which 14.28 square miles (36.99 km2) (or 99.06%) is land and 0.135 square miles (0.35 km2) (or 0.94%) is water. Des Plaines is traversed by two interstate highways – I-90 (the Northwest Tollway) and I-294 (the Tri-State Tollway). Des Plaines is named for the Des Plaines River, which flows through it. The name is from 18th-century French referencing the American sycamore which r...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Merchandise Planner jobs
$76,150 to $100,016
Des Plaines, Illinois area prices
were up 0.8% from a year ago