A luxury performance apparel company in Raleigh is looking for a Planning Manager to oversee replenishment and planning systems. This critical role requires strong analytical skills, experience with enterprise planning, and a bachelor's degree. Responsibilities include managing demand forecasts, inventory performance, and ensuring system governance. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years in merchandise or demand planning and be adept in Excel and relevant planning tools.
Qualifications
3–5 years of experience in merchandise planning or inventory management.
Experience with enterprise planning systems is preferred.
Strong analytical skills necessary for demand forecasting.
Responsibilities
Own SKU-level demand forecasts for core products.
Manage open-to-buy and ensure alignment with financial targets.
Lead cross-functional requirements gathering and workflow design.
Skills
Analytical capability with advanced Excel proficiency
Cross-functional communication skills
Governance and process refinement
Familiarity with statistical forecasting methodologies
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Analytics
Tools
Microsoft Excel
Enterprise planning systems (e.g., Anaplan, Blue Yonder)
Job description
A luxury performance apparel company in Raleigh is looking for a Planning Manager to oversee replenishment and planning systems. This critical role requires strong analytical skills, experience with enterprise planning, and a bachelor's degree. Responsibilities include managing demand forecasts, inventory performance, and ensuring system governance. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years in merchandise or demand planning and be adept in Excel and relevant planning tools.