Senior Merchandise Planner — Hybrid Forecasting & Inventory

Fossil Group, Inc.; Richardson (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Retirement Planning

Paid Parental Leave & Return to Work

Generous Paid Time Off

Work Flexibility

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Fossil Group, Inc. in Richardson, TX is seeking a Sr. Planner to drive 12‑month demand forecasting and inventory alignment with our commercial strategies.

You will build SKU‑level bottoms‑up forecasts, collaborate with sales on seasonal replenishment, and partner with Supply to ensure timely merchandise flow and optimal stock levels.

The role offers a hybrid schedule (onsite Monday–Thursday, remote Friday) and a strong benefits package designed to support growth and work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of dedicated planning experience.
• Experience managing bottoms-up forecasting for full assortments, including newness, carryover, and markdown SKUs.
• Advanced Excel and familiarity with integrating orders or PO bookings into rolling forecast.

Responsibilities

• Forecast 12-month rolling demand for key accounts with in-season adjustments.
• Develop SKU-level bottoms-up forecast aligned to financial plans and brand strategies.
• Partner with sales to identify seasonal newness and replenishment needs.
• Work with Supply planners to ensure proper flow and delivery of merchandise to the customer.
• Build and maintain reports to meet sales and inventory goals.
• Coordinate with cross-functional partners to manage excess and markdown inventory.
• Ad hoc special projects as needed.

Skills

Forecasting experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Tableau

GCP

Google Suite

Job description

Fossil Group, Inc. in Richardson, TX is seeking a Sr. Planner to drive 12‑month demand forecasting and inventory alignment with our commercial strategies.

You will build SKU‑level bottoms‑up forecasts, collaborate with sales on seasonal replenishment, and partner with Supply to ensure timely merchandise flow and optimal stock levels.

The role offers a hybrid schedule (onsite Monday–Thursday, remote Friday) and a strong benefits package designed to support growth and work‑life balance.