Cavender's · 23 hours ago
Merchandise Planner
Tyler, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expCavender's is a retailer focused on Western Lifestyle products, and they are seeking a Merchandise Planner to support plan creation and forecasting. The role involves monitoring stock to sales ratios, developing financial forecasts, and collaborating with merchants to optimize inventory and enhance the customer experience.
E-CommerceFashionRetail
Responsibilities
Support the “Cavender’s Culture” and drive our Mission, Vision, and Values
Become a trusted strategic partner and provide valuable insights to varied stakeholders
Develop a strong understanding of Western Lifestyle customer preferences to inform recommendations and support an exceptional Cavender’s customer experience
Develop departmental and store plans (sales, margin, turnover) which align with corporate financial targets
Drive the monthly department financial forecasts (OTB management) for assigned categories, incorporating current business trends
Make fact-based recommendations to the merchant team and senior management. Influence future purchases and assortment strategies
Provide accurate and timely reporting to the merchant team to facilitate business discussions and strategy development
Utilize store grades and rankings to build merchandise assortment that maximize sales and GMROI
Leverage experience and skills to drive process improvement/development and streamline product/planning activities
Report on and collaborate with merchants to ensure aged inventory is addressed and appropriate price changes are made
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Retail Merchandising, Business or related field, or equivalent work experience required
3-5 years retail experience in merchandise planning, replenishment, and/or analysis
Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge, including pivot tables, formulas, and data manipulation for data retrieval tools
Able to utilize queries and build reports with a BI tool
Able to learn and intuit merchandise hierarchies and master data
Strong collaboration skills and experience building relationships and partnering across 3rd party and internal teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Based in Tyler, TX at our home office and able to travel up to 10% of the time
Preferred
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate business analysis into strategy
Effective problem solving and decision-making ability; curious and able to learn independently
Proven ability to multi-task and work in a dynamic environment
Clear understanding of basic financial measures: sales, gross margin, weeks of supply, etc. and how to maximize these financial metrics
Ability to clearly present and support business strategies
Ability to influence and manage cross-functional partners
Company
Cavender's
Cavender's is cowboy boots and western wear outfitter supplier.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
James Thompson
CFO
Larry Waterman
Executive Vice President & COO
Recent News
2025-08-26
2025-01-08
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