Merchandise Planning Manager

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for retail and a love for children's fashion? Look no further! The Children's Place is seeking a highly motivated Merchandise Planning Manager to join our team. As the Merchandise Planning Manager, you will play a crucial role in driving the success of our brand by developing and executing merchandise plans that align with our company's goals and objectives. We are searching for a detail-oriented individual with excellent analytical skills and a strong understanding of market trends. If you are a collaborative team player with a proven track record in merchandise planning, we want to hear from you!

1. Develop and execute merchandise plans that align with the company’s goals and objectives.
2. Conduct thorough market analysis to identify trends and opportunities in the children’s fashion industry.
3. Utilize analytical skills to make data-driven decisions for merchandise planning.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as buying, marketing, and finance to ensure cohesive merchandise strategies.
5. Monitor and analyze sales performance, inventory levels, and market trends to make necessary adjustments to merchandise plans.
6. Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors to negotiate pricing and ensure timely product delivery.
7. Create and manage merchandise budgets to maximize profitability and minimize risk.
8. Lead and mentor a team of merchandise planners, providing guidance and support to achieve department goals.
9. Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness in merchandise planning.
10. Stay updated on industry trends and competitive landscape to inform merchandise decisions.
11. Communicate merchandise plans and strategies to senior management and provide regular updates on performance.
12. Adhere to company policies and procedures, including inventory management and pricing guidelines.
13. Ensure all merchandise planning activities are completed on time and within budget.
14. Collaborate with store operations to ensure merchandise plans are executed in stores accurately and efficiently.
15. Continuously monitor and analyze sales data to make recommendations for future merchandise plans.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Merchandise Planning Manager in Secaucus, NJ, USA is $90,000 - $120,000 per year. This can vary based on the size and type of company, years of experience, and specific job responsibilities.

Children's Place Inc. (doing business as The Children's Place) is an American specialty retailer of children’s apparel and accessories. The company also markets apparel under the Children's Place, Place, Baby Place, and Gymboree brand names. The Company operated 955 stores in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico, an online store at www.childrensplace.com, and had 90 international stores open and operated by its franchise partners in 12 countries.