Perry Ellis International ยท 4 days ago
Sr. Demand Planner, Anaplan Strategist
Miami, Florida, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expPerry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Sr. Demand Planner will act as a key subject matter expert for the Anaplan planning platform, bridging the gap between technical development and business units while managing the end-to-end demand planning process for designated accounts.
ApparelAssociationFashionLifestyleManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Act as the primary business representative and functional lead for the Anaplan platform implementation, ensuring technical development accurately reflects defined business requirements, planning logic, and operational processes
Collaborate extensively with planning, sales, and supply chain teams to document current-state planning processes and define optimal, future-state processes within the Anaplan environment
Develop comprehensive training materials and conduct targeted training sessions for end-users across all business units to maximize adoption and effective utilization of the Anaplan platform for forecasting, planning, and reporting
Coordinate and execute rigorous User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for new Anaplan model features, system enhancements, and deployments to ensure data accuracy, calculation logic, and overall system functionality
Serve as the functional Anaplan Super User post-implementation, responsible for ongoing governance, maintaining planning parameters, managing user hierarchies, and ensuring data integrity within the Anaplan models
Manage the end-to-end demand planning process for designated smaller accounts, developing style demand and inventory plans based on statistical inputs, historical trends, and market intelligence
Partner with account teams to ensure accurate forecasts and appropriate inventory parameters are consistently set and maintained in both retailer replenishment systems and internal planning tools
Conduct deep-dive analysis of in-stock positions, Week of Supply (WOS), and sales performance data at the style/color level to monitor in-season trends, report business opportunities/risks, and recommend plan adjustments
Provide monthly replenishment and sales financial projections for assigned accounts to Account Executives and the Business Planning team
Collaborate closely with Merchandise Planning, Sales, and Finance to ensure the Anaplan platform effectively supports seamless Integrated Business Planning and S&OP processes across the organization
Partner with Supply Chain and Production Planning teams to clearly communicate validated demand signals, optimize inventory holding levels, and proactively identify potential WIP or production challenges
Work with the MIS/IT Data Governance team to ensure the quality, accuracy, and timely flow of data supporting the Anaplan models and planning processes
Qualification
Required
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Demand Planning, Merchandise Planning, Inventory Management, or a related planning function within the retail or wholesale industry
Planning Domain Knowledge: Deep understanding of core retail math principles (e.g., GMROI, Turn, Open-to-Buy) and end-to-end supply chain planning processes
Technical Aptitude: Proven ability to work effectively with large datasets, understand complex data flows, and bridge functional knowledge with technical system requirements
Software Proficiency: Advanced skill level in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, advanced formulas) and experience utilizing reporting tools for data extraction and analysis
Communication & Leadership: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the proven ability to present complex information clearly and influence cross-functional business stakeholders
Preferred
Anaplan Experience: Prior hands-on experience implementing, managing, configuring, or serving as a power user/functional lead for the Anaplan platform is highly desirable
System Implementation: Direct experience participating in or leading a module of a major ERP or Enterprise Planning System implementation/upgrade project
Certification: Anaplan Certification (Model Builder, Solution Architect, or related certification) is a strong plus
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Management Information Systems (MIS), or a related field, or equivalent work experience
Proactive & Self-Starter: Highly motivated, resourceful, and capable of operating autonomously within a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
Strategic & Detail-Oriented: Possesses the ability to see the big picture (strategic vision) while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail (execution)
Change Agent: Demonstrated comfort with leading change, challenging the status quo, and driving continuous improvement in planning processes
Collaborative Leader: A natural team player with strong influence skills, able to build consensus and positive relationships across diverse organizational functions (IT, Sales, Supply Chain)
Travel: Ability to travel to other company facilities and key accounts as needed
Company
Perry Ellis International
Perry Ellis International is a fashion designer, distributor, and maker of apparel, accessories, and fragrances for men and women.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-06-11Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Jorge Narino
Chief Financial Officer
Lynn Flynn
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2025-11-15
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