Retail Store Planner (Vancouver, bc)

SKECHERS; Surrey; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading footwear company in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Retail Store Planner. You will be responsible for optimizing inventory distribution, analyzing sales trends, and collaborating with buyers. Ideal candidates have over 5 years in retail allocation and strong analytical skills. The role offers a competitive salary range of $75,000–$85,000 CAD.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in retail allocation or inventory management.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data.
• Experience in footwear retail is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Optimize footwear inventory distribution across the region.
• Analyze sales trends and collaborate with buyers.
• Participate in demand forecasting and assortment planning.

Skills

Retail math knowledge

Inventory management principles

Data analysis

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Allocation software (O9, Blue Yonder, Oracle Retail)

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers‑the Comfort Technology Company®‑has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high‑quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Retail Store Planner will be responsible for optimizing footwear inventory distribution across an assigned region within the Canadian retail network, ensuring that the right products are in the right stores at the right time to maximize sales and profitability while minimizing markdowns and/or transfers. The retail store planner will regularly review sales trends and collaborate with buyers to inform allocation decisions. The regional store planner will also partner with the merchandise financial planning team to ensure the correct allocation strategies are used to achieve retail financial plans.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Monitors and proactively adjusts store inventory by product category in response to capacity constraints, sales performance, promotions, and seasonal demands. Utilizes allocation software and systems to execute distribution plans efficiently and ensure consistent replenishment of product to stores.
• Identifies opportunities to improve allocation processes and works with the director of retail allocations to implement best practices. Ensures that these developments are documented and effectively communicated to the retail allocators.
• Establishes strong relationships with merchandising, planning, and store operations teams to ensure alignment on inventory goals and strategies. Collaborates with these teams to manage product life cycles and execute markdowns and consolidation of goods as needed.
• Participates in demand forecasting and assortment planning discussions, providing input on pre‑season buys and pre‑distribution plans using localized knowledge of store performance and trends.
• Analyzes sales data, trends, and forecasts to make informed allocation decisions and become an expert on assigned stores. Prepares reports on sales and inventory performance as needed and communicates critical business insights to senior management.
• Works closely with the supply chain team and store operations team to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods to stores.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Advanced knowledge of retail math and inventory management principles. Familiar with retail KPIs such as sell‑through, weeks of supply, and turn. Proactive approach to identifying and solving inventory challenges.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis and reporting.
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with an ability to summarize complex ideas concisely and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Excels in a fast paced and rapidly changing environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in retail allocation, inventory management, or similar role. — Proven ability to train, manage and develop a team.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data‑driven decisions.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to think strategically.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively across departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with allocation software (e.g., O9, Blue Yonder, Oracle Retail).
• Experience in footwear retail is preferred but not required.

The pay range for this role is $75,000–$85,000/yr CAD.

About Skechers

Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Skechers is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, Skechers is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Skechers employs and treats any and all applicants and employees on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excusing an applicant from consideration for employment.

Reasonable Accommodation

I understand that Skechers makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees if requested, unless to do so would pose an undue hardship, in accordance with applicable legislation. It is your responsibility to notify Human Resources if you require a reasonable accommodation to fulfill the essential functions of your job.