Visium Resources has been asked to identify qualified candidates for this Merchandise Assistant Planner position. This position is a contract opportunity which is expected to be Hybrid, with 4 days per week (Onsite Monday-Thursday in Kissimmee, FL & Friday Remote) for a duration of 1 year.
The Merchandise Assistant Planner will support the Merchandise Planner to develop item/category assortment plans that will improve sales and profitable returns on inventory levels.
- Communicate add/drop assortment changes to help advise future orders.
- Review weekly sales performance and communicate recommendations to drive business performance.
- Support leader with business insight and analytics to optimize in-season opportunities and minimize liability.
- Partner with Merchandise Assistant to ensure all product releases are delivered on time and communicate any concerns immediately.
- Partner with Location Strategy & Allocation to confirm all in-stock items are accurately set up and selling in all intended locations.
- Assist in the preparation of presentations for leadership to outline program performance and future strategies
- Proactively manage Planning tasks such as RTVs and price changes.
- Identify stock concerns and proactively communicate action plans.
- See opportunities to improve store performance through assortment changes.
- Assist Planner and/or Planning Manager with special projects, as needed.
- Support leader to achieve all financial objectives.
- Understand and apply all tools to analyze business performance.
- Walk stores regularly.
Required:
- Proficiency in Microsoft tools, Business Objects, and Oracle Retail are essential
- Strong financial and analytical skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- High level of attention to detail; proactive with strong follow-through skills.
- Proven strong organizational skills & time management skills with the ability to prioritize workload.
- Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to problem solve and meet adventurous deadlines.
- High motivation and willingness to learn
- Strong ability to collaborate with peers and partners.
Education:
- Bachelors, or equivalent work experience in Business, Finance, Economics, Math, Merchandise Planning, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
Preferred:
- Preferred to have a clear understanding of basic financial measures: sales, gross margins, weeks of supply, etc.
