As a Merchandise Planner, you will drive sales through a consistent focus on studying the business, monitoring inventory and sales performance.

Do you have experience in SKU level and category level planning, financial planning process, report/modeling building?
 

If so, we want you to join our team as a ‘Merchandise Planner’

This will entail providing analysis and action plans to optimise sales and inventory. Critical functions include tracking performance of existing products and assisting in the determination of next steps; developing in-season forecasts and future merchandise plans; maintaining OTB; and ensuring the merchandise financial targets are met (e.g. revenue, units, AUR, margin). 

With competitive salary and benefits, plus opportunities for career growth. You can make your mark in the world of retail with Skechers! We want you to be yourself and feel welcome when you join us.

What we’re looking for: 

Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent experience. Minimum 3-5 years Merchandise Planning experience in retail (preferably within Footwear/fashion). Advanced computer skills (Excel; pivot tables, v-Iookups and Office Programs). Strong aptitude with numbers and clear understanding of retail math.  Proficiency in using financial metrics and reports to measure the performance of the business and an understanding of how decisions impact financial results. Experience in SKU level and category level planning, financial planning process, report/modeling building. Strong analytical skills with the ability to compile and analyse large sets of data. Strong organisational skills —ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, and meet deadlines. Ability to communicate persuasively, influentially, and responsibly across a cross functional team. Excels in team environments and in building/developing strong interpersonal relationships, while maintaining an individual determination to accomplish goals. Passionate about customer service. Self-motivated and driven to excel and succeed, with strong interpersonal skills.Able to problem solve and manage time effectively. Ability to travel within UK/Europe and to USA.
 

Skechers offers: 

Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunities for career growth and development A fun and dynamic work environment Product discountFree onsite parking

Find out more about our benefits and perks once you’ve applied!

This is a great opportunity to join us and make a positive impact. If you feel you can be a true brand ambassador for Skechers. 

About Skechers
Skechers (NYSE: SKX), a global, Fortune 500® brand develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Developing comfort technologies is the foundation of all we do – delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,200 company-and third-party-owned retail locations. Headquartered in Southern California, with offices and distribution centers around the globe, Skechers has spent 30 years helping people of all ages look and feel good.

Be You - Feel Welcome

Skechers recognises the importance and power of diversity within our business. We ensure that our people processes are fair, transparent and promote equality of opportunity for all employees and job applicants.

 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or health conditions, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions as detailed above.