Planning Manager, eCommerce

Carter's Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Planning Manager to drive financial performance and optimize merchandise strategies. This role involves developing financial plans, managing in-season performance, and conducting analysis to ensure alignment with strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in planning principles and financial budgeting, along with excellent analytical and communication skills. Join a dynamic team where you can make a significant impact and foster your career development through various growth opportunities. If you are motivated and looking for a rewarding challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Career Development Programs

Mentorship Opportunities

Inclusive Work Environment

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in planning and financial budgeting.
• Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute merchandise financial plans aligned to targets.
• Manage in-season financial performance and inventory flow.
• Conduct post-season analysis and reporting.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Financial Budgeting

Planning Principles

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Equivalent Work Experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

Serving the needs of all families with young children, Carter’s Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carter's.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT:
The incumbent in this position partners with the Category Management team to achieve the overall financial and strategic objectives of the organization. The Planning Manager manages the financial performance of the merchandise and optimizes assortment placement and quantification.

45%: Merchandise Financial Planning

1. Develop and execute merchandise financial plans by product classification aligned to financial targets to establish annual budgets and open-to-buy
2. In partnership with the Category Manager, establish assortment strategies (pricing, buy quantities, commodity blends) to achieve the financial plans
3. In partnership with the Category Manager, establish inventory flow which supports demand and inventory targets; align on optimal units/style
4. Validate promotional marketing plan aligns to monthly financial plan

40%: In-Season Management

1. Execute monthly/as needed re-forecast of comprehensive financial plans; re-forecast sales, margin, and inventory based on trend to identify risks/opportunities compared to plan
2. Develop and execute markdown strategies to achieve unit sales plan while maximizing margin
3. Partner with the Category Manager to provide strong in-season forecasts and develop corrective in-season actions where required
4. Conduct post-season analysis and draft monthly/quarterly hindsight recaps and strategies for the next season buys

15%: Reporting and Analysis

1. Determine sizing requirements by commodity based on pre-season performance analysis
2. Provide ad hoc business reports and analysis as needed
3. Utilize company-approved tools and processes to support planning and measurement of the business

WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF:
Must have:

1. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
2. 4+ years’ experience in planning principles, financial budgeting, retail fundamentals, ad hoc reporting and analysis
3. Strong analytical skills
4. Strong communication skills with ability to influence others

Preferred skills and experience:

1. Highly adept in various systems including intermediate to advanced excel skills
2. Highly motivated and self-reliant
3. Experience with planning and/or replenishment in a retail organization

OUR TEAM MEMBERS:

1. Lead Courageously: Have a strong sense of personal values that align with our Company values
2. Collaborates Broadly: Build cooperation, trust, and thrive in a consensus driven environment
3. Customer Focus: Proactively seek opportunities to leverage data and fact-based insights to serve customers and/or internal clients
4. Drive Growth: Set aggressive goals and implement plans precisely
5. Cultivates Innovation: Respectfully challenge the “we’ve always done it this way” mentality and explore new ways to achieve desired outcomes

MAKE A CAREER AT CARTER’S:
Career Development: Success starts from within, and we have several paths from which you can choose to enhance your career evolution. From Carter’s University to Toastmasters to mentorship programs and more, we encourage you to utilize these tools to elevate your professional prowess.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties described may be changed or reassigned at the discretion of management, and the employee may be required to perform duties that are not listed in the job description.

Carter’s | OshKosh is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply. Should you require any type of accommodation, please do not hesitate to contact us.