Merchandise Planner jobs in Fort Myers, FL

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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Merchandise Planner
  • Chico's
  • Fort Myers, FL FULL_TIME
  • With approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, it takes sophisticated technology, resources and infrastructure to ensure the continued success of our businesses. From finance and accounting to technology and merchandising careers, we have diverse opportunities available for talented professionals to join our team of nearly 16,000 associates who share our commitment to excellence.


    POSITION OBJECTIVE:
    This position is responsible for the development of annual, seasonal, monthly, and weekly plans utilizing current sales and trend information. This position is primarily responsible for translating the Merchant's vision into viable plans and profitable results across Omni channels.

    FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:


    * Partners with the Merchants on the development of pre-season sales, markdown, margin, receipt and inventory.

    * Develops projections and inventory flow for key items/collections.

    * Provides other analysis related to driving business goals (e.g. hindsight's, color-selling, etc.).

    * Forecasts monthly and seasonal plans, to ensure all orders fall within approved financial targets.

    * Analyzes and reacts to performance of strategy based on actual sales and current trend performance.

    * Prepares and participates in Merchandise Review meetings (MBR, seasonal hindsight).

    * Partners with Merchant to develop and propose tactics in response to current business trends, such as:

    * Makes recommendations for key financial meetings/decisions in order to maximize sales, margin and inventory productivity Monthly plan review process: develops sales, markdown, receipt and inventory re-forecasts

    * Manages and executes promotional and liquidation strategy

    * Communicates revisions within the team and cross functionally

    * Partners with cross functional teams to utilize seasonal selling curves by region, climate, and store attributes.

    * Exhibits initiative to look beyond the everyday business to look for opportunities to maximize sales potentials.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    * Bachelor's degree in finance, operations, or business preferred

    * 4 years of experience in: retail merchandise planning, demand forecasting; inventory management, allocation or replenishment; financial planning or financial analysis experience

    * 3 years of retail experience in merchandising/buying or allocation

    * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; strong aptitude with numbers; retail math skills, understanding of forecasting methodology

    * Makes decisions with limited information but also able to synthesize large quantities of data to drive business decisions

    * Strong communication and presentation skills: concisely presents complex information/recommendations in terms meaningful to various audiences

    * System proficiency with strong emphasis on Excel

    * Builds collaborative partnerships cross-functionally; identifies/influences critical stakeholders


    Chico's FAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

     

  • 17 Days Ago

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Merchandise Planner
  • Chico's FAS
  • Fort Myers, FL FULL_TIME
  • With approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, it takes sophisticated technology, resources and infrastructure to ensure the ...
  • 28 Days Ago

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Planner, Merchandise (WHBM Dresses)
  • Chico's FAS
  • Fort Myers, FL FULL_TIME
  • With approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, it takes sophisticated technology, resources and infrastructure to ensure the ...
  • 28 Days Ago

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Planner
  • Suffolk
  • Estero, FL FULL_TIME
  • Overview As a national leader in the construction industry, Suffolk is redefining what it means to build. We challenge the status quo every day by gathering the people, innovations, and partnerships t...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Planner
  • Suffolk Construction
  • Estero, FL FULL_TIME
  • Planner ID 2024-7680 Job Location : Location US-FL-Estero Type Regular Full-Time Category/Department Planning Overview About SuffolkSuffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Merchandise associate
  • Marshalls
  • Naples, FL FULL_TIME
  • JOB DESCRIPTION All 1,000 of our Marshalls stores embrace discovery, from designer luggage to statement shoes. Our assortment of brands is always changing, but our mission to provide the surprises tha...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Retail Representative
  • Legacy Solar
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • Retail, Sales & Customer Service Experience needed for Full Time Entry Level Management Full Training Customer Service /...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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MotorClothes/Merchandise Associate
  • Rockstar Harley-Davidson
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • Job Title: MotorClothes/General Merchandise Associate Department: MotorClothes/Merchandise Supervisor: MotorClothes/Merc...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cashier
  • Ahmad Corporation
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks Competitive wages Career Growth Opportunities Fun and Energetic Environme...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cashier
  • Ahmad Corporation
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks Competitive wages Career Growth Opportunities Fun and Energetic Environme...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Store Manager
  • Ron Jon Surf Shop
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • Ron Jon Surf Shop is seeking an experienced manager to join our winning team in Fort Myers, Florida. Must have at least ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Print Designer
  • Midwest Personnel Resource LLC
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • St. Louis has been identified as an excellent area to find great CAD/Print Designers. A client of ours is looking to rel...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Seasonal Merchandiser
  • Premium Retail Services, Inc.
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • As a Premium Seasonal Merchandiser you'll represent hundreds of brands across several retail locations. By joining the t...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Office Assistant
  • Rooms To Go Florida
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • *** Must be bilingual in Spanish *** Rooms To Go Retail Office Assistant Starting Salary: $14 - $16 / hour, depending on...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

Fort Myers or Ft. Myers, is the county seat and commercial center of Lee County, Florida, United States. It has grown rapidly in recent years. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 62,298 and in 2017 was estimated at 79,943. Fort Myers is a gateway to the Southwest Florida region and a major tourist destination within Florida. The winter estates of Thomas Edison ("Seminole Lodge") and Henry Ford ("The Mangoes") are major attractions. The city is named after Colonel Abraham Myers....
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Merchandise Planner jobs
$67,739 to $88,967
Fort Myers, Florida area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago