About PHOENIX
PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com.
About Express
Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self-expression. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions, Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you.
The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app.
Location Name Columbus Corporate Headquarters ResponsibilitiesThe Associate Planner, in partnership with the Merchant/Planner / Sr. Planner is responsible for developing and translating department pre-season category strategies into executable merchandise and item plans. Provides financial strategies for sales, inventory, markdowns, and margin at a tops down and bottoms up level. Responsible for reconciling the financial and assortment plans and proactively making adjustments based on risks and opportunities.
In addition to that, this role will:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide pre-season choice count and inventory recommendations that support department strategiesBuild class and choice level plans for all planning metrics which support the topside financial plans and the aligned upon choice counts Determine depth, breath and flow strategy of all inventory by location/channel, with the intention of maximizing sales and sell-through prior to markdownBe the financial and business expert through knowledge of current and future trends in the business/industry and be able to create innovative and efficient solutions to business opportunities and risksMine and analyze data to create customer centric recommendations and strategiesLead plan review discussions to ensure that the company’s financial objectives are being met.Use consumer insights and data combined with structured tests to identify and maximize growth opportunities.Consistently generate insights that lead to team actions to improve business metrics; influencing pricing, promotions, product assortment in real time.Identify process opportunities to create efficiencies in the business and be a key partner to the planning team to implement changes in a timely mannerDemonstrate strong leadership skills and initiative to work independently and in cross functional teamsMust have excellent written and oral communication skills to all levels of the organization; demonstrate communication and presentation skills, especially to corporate Senior ManagementAbility to be flexible, multi-task, and prioritize under tight deadlines.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
3-5 years of planning or equivalent experienceBachelor’s degree or equivalentProven analytical skills and financial acumen Retail math expertise to drive businessAdvanced Knowledge of Excel & Planning Systems
CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Organized and attentive to detailResourceful and solution orientedDemonstrated leadership skillsAbility to work well in team environmentAble to communicate to all levels with a clear, concise point of viewClosing
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An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Notification to Agencies: Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
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