Merchandising Planner - USA

Vision Executives are hiring a Merchandising Planner for a leading Eyewear organisation. The position is located in New Jersey, USA. The position is directly in support of the Merchandising, Planning and Product Supply Functions through ongoing product performance analysis and business trends of the eyewear market. 

Base Salary: $80k - $85k 

The position will work cross-functionally to translate performance data into successful short and long term product strategies, allowing maximisation to sales, inventory productivity and bottom-line profitability. 

Responsibilities:

• Analyse historical product performance and current business trends. Work with internal teams to understand needs and growth opportunities by brand and product category. 
• Perform product sales analysis. Compile, develop and prepare reports and findings. 
• Track merchandise performance data and metrics.
• Facilitate logistics for regular reviews. 
• Prepare historical data and relevant analysis in support of product design briefings, new product rankings and hindsight business reviews. 
• Partner with Channel Planners and Key Account Coordinators.
• Keep track of important deadlines, project instructions and progress for related cross functional activities.
• Conduct detailed ad-hoc analysis when required on specific products or product groups. 
• Continuously seek deep competitor insight and trend prediction.

 
Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• 2-4 years of experience in planning, merchandising, buying or sales analysis.

• Skilled with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work across vast amounts of data from difference data sources
• Strong quantitative skills, with ability to compile and analyze data
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attentive to details
• Flexible with the ability to set priorities and pivot as needed
• Ability to handle multiple projects effectively
• Sense of urgency and accuracy
• Possess strong communication skills
• Knowledge of eyewear industry or experience in fashion accessory field is preferred
• Passion for product is a plus!

 
Key Role Relationships:

• Product Development and Design
• Supply and Demand Planning
• Brand Management

 
To apply for the position, please send your CV to natasha.ellison@visionexecutives.com