Senior Demand Planner

Rowan Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rowan Inc. is seeking a Senior Planner to drive sales growth through data analysis and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will collaborate with inventory teams, create demand forecasts, and analyze business performance. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and a dynamic retail environment focused on safety and celebration.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

Long-term Disability & Life Insurance

401(k) and Roth IRA Plans

Paid Parental Leave & Open PTO policy

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in merchandise planning, inventory management, or analytics.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent communication and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with inventory and buying teams.
• Create and maintain demand forecasts based on sales trends.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and implement improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Rowan, we are dedicated to making ear piercing experiences a celebration filled with joy! Rowan is an innovative ear-piercing and hypoallergenic jewelry brand that prioritizes safety through our team of licensed nurses and aims to create a fun, safe, and celebratory environment for all customers. Our motto is 'Piercing for All' — everyone is invited to join the ear party!

Position: Senior Planner

Reporting directly to the Director of Inventory Management, the Senior Planner will be data-driven, focusing on driving sales growth and profitability through analytics, industry trends, and historical data. This role requires influencing peers and managers at all levels, analyzing business performance, and developing strategies that support financial targets. The ideal candidate enjoys teamwork, thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, and is passionate about retail management.

What you'll do:

1. Build strong relationships with inventory and buying teams to understand business performance at the item level.
2. Collaborate on developing strategies at the item, category, and subcategory levels to enhance business effectiveness.
3. Create and maintain demand forecasts based on sales trends, seasonality, promotions, and market insights.
4. Monitor forecast accuracy, identify root causes of errors, and implement improvements.
5. Support SKU-level forecasting, new product launches, and phase-outs.
6. Prepare reports and dashboards on forecast performance, inventory metrics, and demand trends.
7. Lead Open to Buy (OTB) discussions, focusing on business drivers and strategic initiatives.
8. Oversee markdowns, inventory health, and procurement forecasts.
9. Conduct financial forecasts, including sales, receipts, gross margin, and inventory across categories and timeframes.
10. Analyze business performance regularly, providing actionable insights for strategic decisions.
11. Anticipate customer behavior and market trends to inform category strategies.
12. Perform vendor analyses to support negotiations.
13. Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to align goals and strategies.
14. Identify opportunities to maximize sales and improve business performance.
15. Run financial models to support buying decisions, considering risks and assumptions.
16. Ensure accuracy and efficiency in reporting and re-projections to manage inventory and margins.
17. Collaborate with departments to meet cross-functional goals.
18. Proactively look for opportunities to increase sales potential.
19. Perform other duties as needed, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic environment.

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years’ experience in merchandise planning, inventory management, or analytics.
• Strong analytical skills, with excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management.
• Ability to influence and partner with cross-functional teams at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and enthusiasm for brand building.

Full-Time Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Long-term Disability & Life Insurance
• 401(k) and Roth IRA Plans
• Paid Parental Leave & Open PTO policy
• Employee discounts

Salary: $100,000 - $110,000 annually

About Us:

Rowan is an innovative ear-piercing and hypoallergenic jewelry brand emphasizing safety and celebration. With physical locations across the US, we offer a unique alternative to traditional mall piercings. We believe every ear piercing is a milestone worth celebrating. Join us in redefining the ear piercing experience!

Check us out on the TODAY Show on NBC — How 1 woman is reinventing the ear piercing experience

How Rowan Has Created a New Pathway for Nurses

Our Values & Application Process:

We value teamwork, collaboration, and diversity. Our hiring process may include phone interviews, virtual on-site interviews, and on-the-job case assessments. We are committed to a thorough and fair process and encourage everyone to apply. Rowan is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, age, or other protected characteristics.