Store Planner

We’re looking for a Store Planner to join our Planning & Distribution team and help make sure every Rothy’s store has the right product, in the right place, at the right time. As a Store Planner, you’ll bring a strong analytical lens and a collaborative spirit to store level assortment, store inventory levels, allocation and replenishment strategy, partnering closely with Retail leadership, Merchandise Planning, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising and Operations to create a great experience for customers wherever they shop with us.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain store level assortment and allocation strategies that balance customer demand, inventory flow and sales goals across all Rothy’s retail locations; Partner with Planning, Merchandising and Allocation to translate seasonal buys into store specific plans that reflect regional and store level nuances; Analyze sell through, inventory turn and in-stock rates to identify opportunities and recommend adjustments to allocation strategy; Build and refine store tiering model based on customer profile, store format and historical performance; Collaborate with the Retail team to understand store capacity, visual merchandising needs and local market trends; Manage replenishment strategies to help ensure the right product is in the right store at the right time; Present findings and recommendations to cross-functional partners in a clear, actionable way; Support new store openings and closures with tailored assortment and inventory strategies; Look for ways to improve planning processes, tools and reporting as our store fleet grows

Requirements

4+ years of experience in retail planning, allocation or a related analytical role; Advanced Excel skills; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into strategic recommendations; Experience partnering with store operations teams and a solid understanding of store-level retail dynamics; A bachelor’s degree in business, finance, supply chain or a related field, or equivalent experience; A natural collaborator who builds strong relationships across Merchandising, Retail, Allocation and Visual Merchandising; Detail oriented, with a knack for spotting patterns in data that others might miss; Comfortable balancing multiple priorities and deadlines without losing sight of the big picture; A clear communicator who can translate complex data into simple, actionable recommendations; Curious and proactive, always looking for a better way to solve a planning challenge; Adaptable and comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast growing environment

Nice to have

Ideally in footwear, apparel or another consumer product category; Experience with planning or allocation systems

Benefits

Generous paid time off; 401k matching; Comprehensive health plans for you and your family; Supplemental mental health benefits; Monthly wellness reimbursement; Dog friendly offices; Employee Discount Program; Additional discretionary bonuses/incentives