Strategic Merchandise Planner — Trends, Margins & Planning

Cracker Barrel; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Health Benefits from Day 1

Dental and Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

401k with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Cracker Barrel discount

Exclusive Biscuit Perks

Job summary

Cracker Barrel is seeking a Merchandising Analyst to develop merchandise plans and work with Buyers to set attainable goals. You will use analyses to assess margins, sales trends, and seasonality, influencing classifications and flow timing to optimize results.

You will prepare inventory and sales reports, compare historical data to forecast trends, and present recommendations to Senior Buyers. Strong analytical and communication skills with advanced computing abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 2-3 years in retail, finance, accounting, or analytical roles; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of financial analyses, budgeting, and planning.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent written and oral communication.
• Advanced computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop merchandising plans.
• Collaborate with Buyers to set realistic goals.
• Use analyses to determine margins, sales and trends; factor seasonality, fashion trends, local climate, and price points.
• Advise Buyers on which classifications are trending up or down to optimize margins and flow timing.
• Prepare and report on inventory levels, sales and margins.
• Compare historical data to identify sales trends across departments.
• Plan and conduct analysis projects at management direction.
• Develop and present recommendations to Senior Buyers.
• Monitor sales against plan and adjust inventory accordingly.
• Advise on effects of promotions, markdowns, and inventory levels.

Skills

Financial analyses

Budgeting & planning

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Cracker Barrel is seeking a Merchandising Analyst to develop merchandise plans and work with Buyers to set attainable goals. You will use analyses to assess margins, sales trends, and seasonality, influencing classifications and flow timing to optimize results.

You will prepare inventory and sales reports, compare historical data to forecast trends, and present recommendations to Senior Buyers. Strong analytical and communication skills with advanced computing abilities are essential.