Assistant Planner - Christmas Tree Shops Job Listing at Bed Bath & Beyond in Union, NJ

Retail

Date Posted 01/20/2012
Requisition Number CTS Asst Planner NJ A
Title Assistant Planner - Christmas Tree Shops
City Union
State NJ
Country United States
Job Specifications Christmas Tree Shops, a member of the Bed Bath & Beyond family of stores, is growing and so is our need for talented Assistant Planners in our Union, NJ office. We offer a distinctive, fast paced and dynamic retail environment where you can truly make a difference and have a very real opportunity to grow your career! If you are looking for a retail growth company that values both it's people and it's customers, and has a winning track record, and even brighter future, your search is over! You've discovered Christmas Tree Shops! We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
Job Specifications
As a member of the Planning team you will partner with the Buying team to develop and execute merchandise assortments and inventory management strategies that achieve sales, profit, and turnover performance objectives.
Essential Functions
Create department and class level financial plans by analyzing historical and current trends, re-forecast in season based on current trend
Analyze key item trends and seasonality, adjusting forecasts, markups, receipts, and inventory levels as needed to drive business
Identify opportunities to increase sales, margin, and turnover to meet or exceed plan
Partner with Buyer in the development of assortment plans and SKU management
Ladder plan rebuy continuity programs
Manage warehouse inventory allocation process
Job Requirements Bachelors degree desired
Prior experience as an Assistant Planner
Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel
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