Scoop, the “Ultimate Closet” is seeking an experienced Director of Planning.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Leading the overall business and strategic planning process for the organization, developing and overseeing the implementation of business plans for both Women’s and Men’s.
• Develops and ensures compliance of planning process improvements, standardization and best practices
• Partners with GMMs to manage every aspect of merchandise planning, sales forecasting, OTB and inventory management to achieve financial objectives and broader corporate objectives
• Partners with store management to ensure appropriate inventory allocation and flow strategies to meet local market needs.
• Provides high-level analysis and business reports to company executives, including strategic recommendations to maximize sales and margin
• Oversees the development and maintenance of seasonal merchandise forecasts, strategies and financial plans
• Directs unit quantities to buy and to reorder (to the color and size levels), effectively maximizing the ability of each store to generate sales
• Drives negotiations on pricing with new and existing vendors

Management

• Develops and maintain strategic partnerships with Senior Management across the organization
• Hires, trains and develops quality, forward-thinking entrepreneurs.
• Promotes communication and teamwork within department and its cross functions

Requirements

• 10+ years of fashion specialty store planning experience mixed with retail buying experience
• Ability to translate merchandise vision into a viable plan
• Proven track record of success in team leadership and development
• Exceptional financial and business analysis skills
• 3+ years of management experience
• Must be proficient in Microsoft applications