Job Description
Position: Junior Planner / Sales Assistant
Overview
We’re looking for a numbers-driven Junior Planner to support the Swimwear division. This role is ideal for someone analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with large data sets. You will work closely with the VP of Sales & Merchandising to support seasonal strategies that drive revenue, profit, and strong inventory performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in developing seasonal planning strategies that maximize sales, profitability, and inventory productivity.
- Analyze sales, inventory, and trend data to support decision-making prior to major seasonal buys.
- Partner closely with the department lead during three major buy periods each year, providing reporting and analysis.
- Maintain and track inventory levels by category and account to support optimal stock and sell-through.
- Prepare reports, forecasts, and business updates for internal planning and sales teams.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with buyers, store planners, sales teams, and merchandise planning to support business alignment.
- Identify opportunities to reduce risk, improve inventory flow, and drive overall performance.
Qualifications
- Strong analytical and mathematical skills; comfortable working with numbers and detailed data.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and ability to work within planning/reporting systems.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities during fast-paced buy cycles.
- Excellent communication skills and confidence working cross-functionally.
- Highly motivated, curious, and eager to learn planning within a high-growth environment.
Job Tags
Seasonal work,