Manager, Demand Planning & Digital Commerce

Caleres Inc.; Novato (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30% Associate Discount across Famous &

Associate Discount

Job summary

Caleres Inc. in Novato, CA is seeking a Manager, Demand Planning & Digital Commerce to lead inventory planning across eCommerce, marketplace, wholesale, and omnichannel fulfillment.

You will develop budgets, forecasts, and in-season plans to align with customer demand and fulfillment capabilities. You will drive demand forecasting and inventory optimization using historical performance, digital trends, and market insights, while partnering with Merchandising, Digital Commerce, Marketing, Supply

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5-7 years of experience in inventory planning, demand forecasting, purchasing, or digital commerce planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead merchandise and inventory planning strategies across eCommerce, marketplace, wholesale, and omnichannel fulfillment channels and develop annual budgets, seasonal plans, and in-season forecasts.
• Drive demand forecasting and inventory optimization leveraging historical performance, consumer behavior, digital commerce trends, promotions, and market insights.
• Partner with Merchandising, Digital Commerce, Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations and IT to align planning strategies and execute solutions.
• Analyze sales, inventory, conversion, and product performance data to identify trends, opportunities and risks and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Develop and execute allocation, replenishment, assortment, and lifecycle management strategies to maximize product availability and improve full-price sell-through.

Skills

Demand forecasting

Inventory planning

Digital commerce

Cross-functional collaboration

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as aManager, Demand Planning & Digital Commerce in Novato, CA where you'll have the opportunity to make an impact and shape the future of our renowned brands. If you have a passion for fashion, are eager to learn and have an eye for detail, this is the perfect role for you! As a member of our team, you'll be part of a company that values results, caring and learning.

What will you be doing?

• Lead:Lead merchandise and inventory planning strategies across eCommerce, marketplace, wholesale, and omnichannel fulfillment channels. Develop annual budgets, seasonal plans, and in-season forecasts that align financial objectives with customer demand, inventory availability, and fulfillment capabilities.
• Drive:Drive demand forecasting and inventory optimization by leveraging historical performance, customer behavior, digital commerce trends, promotional activity, and market insights. Lead scenario planning and risk mitigation efforts to proactively address demand fluctuations, supply constraints, and evolving business needs.
• Partner:Partner closely with Merchandising, Digital Commerce, Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, and IT teams to align planning strategies and execute solutions that support growth, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency. Collaborate with leadership to ensure inventory investments support brand objectives and business goals.
• AnalyzeAnalyze sales, inventory, conversion, and product performance data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks. Monitor key performance indicators including sell-through, inventory turn, weeks of supply, GMROI, fill rate, product availability, and average order value, translating insights into actionable business recommendations.
• Develop:Develop and execute allocation, replenishment, assortment, and lifecycle management strategies that maximize product availability, improve full-price sell-through, and reduce excess inventory. Continuously enhance planning processes, forecasting tools, and analytics capabilities to drive innovation and improve business performance while coaching and developing planning talent.

Perks You Will Enjoy!

• Our Shoe Discounts: No matter your style, we’ve got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount across Famous Footwear and Caleres brands
• Benefits that Start Day One: To learn more details about our total rewards including 401k, health benefits and PTO, visit yourcaleres.com
• Get Paid When You Want: Access your money as you earn it and request your earnings before payday
• Mental Wellness: Your mental health is important to us, and we offer free, 24/7 confidential support and resources through CompPsych EAP for eligible associates
• Relaxed Dress Code:At Caleres, we believe that the right shoes can take you anywhere, and your authentic self is always in style. Feel free to leave your professional attire in the back of your closet!

Qualifications That Make You the Perfect Fit!

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5-7 years of experience in inventory planning, demand forecasting, purchasing, or digital commerce planning

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