Demand Planner - Accessories

$74,000 - $82,000/Yr

Career Group - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Demand Planner for Accessories will play a vital role in developing and executing sales and inventory plans for assigned accounts within a renowned global fashion and accessories brand. This position requires collaboration with various teams to ensure accurate forecasting and inventory management, focusing on replenishment and assortment building. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and possess strong analytical skills to optimize performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute style demand and inventory plans based on statistical forecasting and historical trends.
• Work with account teams to ensure accurate forecasts and set parameters in retailer replenishment systems.
• Partner with Sales on pre-season planning, focusing on replenishment, key items, and assortment building at the account level.
• Provide monthly replenishment financial projections to Account Executives and Business Planning teams to align on inventory targets.
• Analyze in-stock and WOS (Weeks of Supply) data at the style/color level, and monitor business trends to adjust inventory plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with the Account Executive to address in-season issues and seize opportunities for growth.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses as required and support management with other tasks as needed.
• Partner with Merchandising and Sales teams for pre-season planning, ensuring alignment on key items and assortment at the brand level.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Planning to ensure stock levels and inventory goals are met.
• Work with Sourcing and Supply Chain Planning to review WIP (Work in Progress) for potential challenges and adjust as needed to meet demand.

Requirements

• Retail Math proficiency and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in retail or wholesale planning, buying, or replenishment.
• Strong analytical abilities to evaluate results and identify financial and merchandise solutions to optimize performance.
• Knowledge of retail math and a solid understanding of forecasting and inventory management principles.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present data clearly.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong team player with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the fashion and retail industry.
• Familiarity with retailer replenishment systems.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Wellness perks
• Robust benefits package