Title: DTC Planner

From boutique-brand culture to big-box retail, Liberated Brands thinks differently and has global scale servicing over 60+ countries. With over three decades of experience in brand-building, we are enhancing what a full-service license model can look like. We focus on the fundamentals of designing, producing, distributing, and marketing our brands and products, but always leave room for the x-factors to lead the way. Our expertise spans all sales channels, from direct-to-consumer to specialty wholesale and everything in between, both physical and digital.  This Liberated approach creates a unique and powerful balance between brand-culture and sustainable growth.  Join us and experience the benefits of being truly Liberated.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

The DTC Retail Planner position is a vital role in our Direct to Consumer (DTC) channel and will be responsible for building financial sales, gross margin, and inventory plans for both pre-season and in-season time periods.

Present monthly category level open-to-buy processCreate and maintain annual, seasonal and monthly merchandise plansProvide strategic buy quantities to Buying teamAnalyze current data and trends to identify risks and opportunities to business and recommend strategies to achieve financial sales goalsMaximize opportunities through key item programsDevelop, maintain and update tools/reports to support the needs of the businessPartner with cross functional partners to implement consistent and profitable in-season replenishment strategiesReview new store floor plans to ensure ideal presentation levels are metProvide pricing and promotional recommendationsPerform other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

Minimum of 5+ years of DTC Retail Planning or relevant work experienceCurious, innovative, strategic and results drivenStrong analytical, verbal and communication skillsHighly proficient in Retail Math and ExcelPassionate about analyzing information and identifying risks and opportunitiesAbility to work in a results-oriented team environmentTakes initiative to drive business and think outside of the boxThis is a hybrid position requiring hours out of our HQ in Costa Mesa, CA                                 

LIBERATED PERKS: 

Collaborative culture with amazing family vibeDiscounts on Liberated MerchMedical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (majority employer paid)401k, including employer contributionSurf and Snow Team Building DaysSummer Half Day FridaysPaid Time OffReferral Program

Liberated Brands is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role in Costa Mesa, CA is $70,000 -  $80,000. This position is hybrid and, as such, compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skill set, certifications, and specific work location.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. 

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, please contact Customer Service to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process: 1 (855) 330-0188 or ADAaccommodations@liberatedbrands.com.