Demand Planner - Accessories

Our client, a renowned global fashion and accessories brand, is seeking a Demand Planner to join their team. This position plays a critical role in executing and developing sales and inventory plans for assigned accounts, with a focus on accessories. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in retail or wholesale buying, planning, or replenishment management. This is a dynamic, on-site role based in Midtown, with a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:‍

• Develop and execute style demand and inventory plans based on statistical forecasting, historical trends, and input from cross-functional teams.
• 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.
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• Collaborative Responsibilities:
• 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.
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Skills & 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.
• Occasional travel to other company facilities and accounts as needed.
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This position offers a salary range of $74K-$82K, along with a robust benefits package including medical, dental, wellness perks, and more. The role requires a full-time, on-site presence 5 days a week in their Midtown office.

If you have a passion for planning and forecasting in the fashion and retail industry, and you're ready to contribute to a leading brand's success, we encourage you to apply.