Planner 2

The SSI Group; Richardson (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits: health andwell

Retirement Planning: 401(k) match and

Paid Parental Leave & Return to Work

Generous Paid Time Off

Work Flexibility: Hybrid + Work-From-"

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Fossil Group is seeking a Planner 2 to join the Planning team. This role focuses on developing global assortment plans and managing demand forecasts to ensure optimal inventory and sales objectives.

The position is hybrid, onsite Monday-Thursday with the option to work remotely on Fridays. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of planning or buying experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Retail Merchandising or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Retail Merchandising or equivalent.
• 3+ years’ experience in planning or buying.
• Wholesale planning experience in watch/jewelry is a plus.
• Strong analytical, multitasking, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop global assortment plans and set SKU targets.
• Build and manage annual, quarterly, and monthly sales forecasts by product category.
• Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Merchandising to develop forecast bottoms up/tops down.
• Forecast demand shipments monthly by SKU.
• Assist in managing key metrics (sales, returns, margins).
• Collaborate with Brand and Product teams on SKU planning.
• Assist in determining liquidated product and exit strategy for stock.
• Work with Supply planners to ensure proper flow and delivery of merchandise.
• Build and maintain reports to aid in meeting sales objectives.
• Handle ad hoc special projects as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Inquisitive mindset

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Retail Merchandising

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

SAP

Job description

Make An Impact

Fossil Group is looking for a Planner 2 to join the Planning team at Fossil. This Planner will develop global assortment plans and manage demand forecast to ensure proper inventory flow and management of merchandise to meet sales objectives.

This role is a hybrid position, requiring you to be onsite Monday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.

Who You Are:

• Develop global assortment plans and set sku targets and manage sku counts
• Build and manage annual, quarterly, monthly sales forecast by product category
• Coordinate with sales, marketing, finance and merchandising to develop forecast bottoms up/tops down
• Forecast demand shipments monthly by sku
• Assist in managing key metrics (sales, returns, markdowns/on order and margins)
• Work closely and communicate with Brand team and Product team to assist in the selection/planning process of product/merchandise on a SKU level
• Assist in determining liquidated product and exit strategy for stock
• Work with Supply planners to ensure proper flow and delivery of merchandise
• Build and maintain various reports to assist in meeting sales objectives
• Ad hoc special projects as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Retail Merchandising or equivalent work experience required
• 3+ years’ experience in planning or buying
• Experience in wholesale planning with watch/jewelry category is a plus
• Driven and takes initiative
• Self-managing and proven success in planning, buying or allocation
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Inquisitive and eager to learn
• Attention to detail
• Analytical skills
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Enterprise products
• SAP knowledge preferred

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes health and well-being services
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) match and educational resources
• Paid Parental Leave & Return to Work Program: Support for new parents and caregivers
• Generous Paid Time Off: Floating Holidays, Sick Time, Personal Days, Summer Flex Fridays
• Work Flexibility: Hybrid schedule plus “Work-From-Anywhere” options
• Tuition Reimbursement: Support for approved educational programs