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EXPRESS

27d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Data
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Columbus, +2

AI generated summary

  • You need 3-5 years in merchandise planning, a bachelor's degree, strong analytical and organizational skills, decision-making abilities, and proficiency in MSI Data Warehouse and Microsoft Office.
  • You will analyze sales data, forecast demand, collaborate on merchandise strategies, support planning deliverables, lead size selling analysis, and provide ad hoc reporting for the team.

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of merchandise planning or similar analytical role experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Proven analytical skills
  • Excellent organizational, prioritizing and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills
  • Proficient user of MSI Data Warehouse, Microsoft Office including Word and Excel, Outlook, Power Point

Responsibilities

  • The Planning Analyst is responsible for the analyzing of sales data, market trends and inventory levels to develop strategic plans and forecasts that optimize merchandise buying, inventory management and ultimately maximize sales and profitability by providing insights and recommendations to Directors of Planning and the VP, Planning & Allocations, along with communicating the results and analysis to leadership. This role heavily relies on data analysis to identify opportunities and risks, ensuring efficient allocation of stock across stores while aligning with overall business goals. This position partners with the Directors of Planning to identify the reporting needs of the business and design new financial reporting as needed. Responsible for weekly reporting as well as additional ad hoc reporting to meet the needs of the business. Requires flexibility to the needs of the business and pivots based on the evolution of the brands initiatives.
  • Analyze historical sales data and market trends, to identify patterns and forecast future demand
  • Collaborate with merchants to develop merchandise strategies, including product assortment, pricing and promotional plans
  • Identify emerging trends and market shifts to inform buying decisions. To predict outcomes and recommend actions to align with goals
  • Support the planning team on deliverables for key milestone meetings and strategies
  • Lead all size selling analysis and provide teams with future recommendations
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Partners with Directors to provide choice count analysis and future targets
  • Partners with team to appropriately set up, read, and action all major tests
  • Leads, coaches, trains and develops the planning team on all systems
  • Influences cross-functional teams in support of planning strategies serving as a strategic thought partner
  • Ad hoc reporting to support the total Express planning team

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Planning Analyst position?

The primary responsibilities include analyzing sales data, market trends, and inventory levels to develop strategic plans and forecasts, collaborating with merchants on merchandise strategies, identifying emerging trends, leading size selling analysis, and providing ad hoc reporting to support the planning team.

What qualifications are required for the Planning Analyst role?

A candidate needs 3-5 years of merchandise planning or a similar analytical role experience, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, proven analytical skills, excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, and proficiency in MSI Data Warehouse and Microsoft Office applications.

What critical skills and attributes are looked for in a Planning Analyst?

Essential skills and attributes include the ability to work well in a cross-functional team environment, strong written and verbal communication skills, curiosity, attention to detail, results-driven mindset, and effective people and project management skills.

Who will the Planning Analyst work closely with?

The Planning Analyst will work closely with the Directors of Planning, merchants, and cross-functional teams to inform buying decisions and support the planning strategies.

What kind of work environment can a Planning Analyst expect?

The Planning Analyst can expect a fast-paced work environment that requires the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines while being adaptable to the evolving needs of the business.

Is the position located at a specific location?

Yes, the Planning Analyst position is based at the Columbus Corporate Headquarters.

What is the company's stance on equal opportunity and diversity?

PHOENIX is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, or any other terms and conditions of employment based on any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic.

How does PHOENIX accommodate individuals with disabilities in the hiring process?

PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Interested individuals can call 1-800-964-9793 or email AssociateRelations@Express.com for assistance.

Does PHOENIX accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters?

No, PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies unless a signed Master Service Agreement is in place and approval has been received from HR for a specific requisition.

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EXPRESS

Join us to create confidence, inspire self-expression and edit the best of now for real-life versatility.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1980
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Grounded in versatility and powered by a styling community, Express is a modern, multichannel apparel and accessories brand whose purpose is to Create Confidence & Inspire Self-Expression. Launched in 1980 with the idea that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express has been a part of some of the most important and culture-defining fashion trends. The Express Edit design philosophy ensures that the brand is always ‘of the now’ so people can get dressed for every day and any occasion knowing that Express can help them look the way they want to look and feel the way they want to feel. The Company operates over 500 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app. Express, Inc. is comprised of the brands Express and UpWest, and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol EXPR.