Associate Planner, MPI (HYBRID)

Signet Jewelers; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) matching

Ample paid time off

Exclusive discounts on premium merchandise

Dynamic Learning & Development programs

Job summary

Signet Jewelers is seeking an Associate Planner to implement inventory strategies that optimize stock and turnover. This role involves analyzing inventory productivity and supporting sales metrics through data-driven insights.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and has a solid background in inventory management, preferably in retail. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in tools like Excel and Tableau are crucial. Enjoy competitive benefits including healthcare from day one and generous time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in Inventory Management or Merch Planning.
• Experience in querying data from databases.
• Advanced Windows PC skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and provide recommendations for inventory productivity.
• Assist in building reports for inventory management.
• Create and oversee end-to-end product life cycle processes.
• Support system transitions and data validation.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytic skills

Problem-solving skills

Retail experience

Inventory management skills

Merchandising skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Marketing, Business, or related area

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Business Objects

Job description

Signet Jewelers is the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, operating more than 2,800 stores worldwide under the iconic brands: Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, H.Samuel, Ernest Jones, Peoples, Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Rocksbox, JamesAllen.com and Diamonds Direct. We are a people‑first company and this core value is at the heart of everything we do, from empowering our valued team members, to collaborating with our customers, to fostering the communities in which we live and serve. People – and the love their actions inspire – are what drive us. We’re not only proud of the love we inspire outside our walls, we’re especially proud of the diversity, inclusion and equity we’re inspiring inside. There are dynamic career paths awaiting you – rewarding opportunities to impact the lives of others and inspire love. Join us!

Associate Planner – Role Overview

The Associate Planner is responsible for execution and implementation of inventory strategies focused on optimizing in‑stocks and turn while effectively operating within OTB.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and provide insight and recommendations to drive Inventory productivity as well as supporting sales and margin KPIs. Areas of focus to include lifecycle management, supply chain optimization, forecasting, allocation, replenishment and associated inventory projects.
• Assist with curated datasets and build reports/dashboards supporting multiple facets of inventory management across multiple banners and channels including in stocks, weeks of supply, Late/early delivery tracking, store performance/ranking, etc.
• Create, implement and oversee end‑to‑end product life cycle processes. Develop reporting focused on test SKU success rates, optimal clearance discounts, etc.
• Support Merchandise/Inventory Management system transitions/upgrades/launches via testing, data validation, process documentation, etc.
• Support other inventory related analysis; including commodities, vendor cost negotiations as well as other sales, margin, discounting ad hoc analysis.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Marketing, Business, or related area
• Inventory Management or Merch Planning required, preferably in Retail
• Experience in querying data from databases
• Advanced Windows PC experience; Excel, Word, Power Point; and Data reporting tools such as Tableau and Business Objects.
• Requires strong communication, analytic, and problem‑solving skills
• Must possess strong retail, inventory management, and merchandising skills
• Ability to present information clearly and strong collaboration skills

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family covered that is active on day 1 of employment
• Generous 401(k) matching after just one year to help secure your financial future
• Ample paid time off, plus seven holidays to recharge and unwind
• Exclusive discounts on premium merchandise just for you
• Dynamic Learning & Development programs to support your growth
• And more!