Backstage Inventory & Planning Director

Macy's; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discounts

Performance-based incentives

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Macy’s is seeking a Director Planner for Macy’s Backstage to lead end-to-end financial planning, inventory management and strategic vision for a key off-price category. You will partner with the buyer to craft a data-driven category strategy, drive forecasts, and mentor a high-performing team, delivering results across multiple channels.

The role emphasizes collaboration, strategic thinking, and hands-on execution with Anaplan and other allocation tools to maximize value and profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
• Strong communication and analytical abilities with business acumen.
• Experience with forecasting, inventory planning and ROF/OTB processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead full financial planning for the category, including pre-season and in-season planning.
• Partner with buyer to shape a data-driven category strategy.
• Develop pre-season plans and manage weekly open-to-buys at dept and class levels.
• Provide in-season forecasts and adjust for demand and conditions.
• Oversee inventory allocation by style to stores and doors.
• Drive opportunities to exceed plan through pricing, flow, and inventory decisions.
• Lead a high-performing team and mentor growth.
• Develop seasonal strategy documents with buying partners.

Skills

Excellent Communication

Analytical Skills

Detail-Oriented

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Forecasting & Inventory

ROF/OTB Management

Risk & Opportunity

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Anaplan

A3

PGUs

Job description

Macy’s is seeking a Director Planner for Macy’s Backstage to lead end-to-end financial planning, inventory management and strategic vision for a key off-price category. You will partner with the buyer to craft a data-driven category strategy, drive forecasts, and mentor a high-performing team, delivering results across multiple channels.

The role emphasizes collaboration, strategic thinking, and hands-on execution with Anaplan and other allocation tools to maximize value and profitability.