Merchandise Planning Analyst  

The Merchandise Planning Analyst is crucial in supporting the planning and execution of sales targets, analyzing sales data, coordinating demand planning for new collections, managing inventory effectively, and conducting competitor checks.

What you will do:

1. Target Setting:
   • Assist in setting monthly sales targets based on historical sales trends per month per class category and store performance.
2. Sales Data Analysis:
   • Monitor sell-through of all collections launched.
   • Generate monthly store sales reports for assigned categories.
3. Demand Planning and Execution for New Collections:
   • Collaborate in proposing collection budgets based on historical sales trends.
   • Assist in planning upcoming collection demand by analyzing class type, sub-class types, sizes, fabric, color, and design/styles.
   • Support in proposing store budgets aligned with the total demand planned for upcoming collections.
   • Assist in allocating inventory to stores and online platforms based on targets.
4. Inventory Management:
   • Analyze monthly inventory and three-month average sales to identify Months to Sell (MTS).
   • Identify and consolidate low and broken on-hand quantities per style in all stores to the store with the highest sales demand.
5. Competitors Check:
   • Conduct regular competitor checks through online research and physical store visits.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Data and Category analysis tools and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of retail operations, inventory management, and demand planning principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Prior experience in a similar role in the retail industry is preferred.