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Oxford Industries · 1 day ago

Merchandise Planner (Hybrid role)

Greater Lexington Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

4+ years exp

Oxford Industries owns several brands that evoke happiness and is seeking a Merchandise Planner. This role is responsible for developing and executing merchandise financial plans and strategies that support both Direct-to-Consumer and Wholesale businesses, while collaborating cross-functionally to maximize sales performance and inventory productivity.

ApparelFashionLifestyleShopping

Responsibilities

Create, input, and maintain statistical forecast models using quantitative and qualitative analysis, incorporating sales trends, promotional plans, new product launches, and business intelligence across DTC and Wholesale channels

Develop and communicate omni-channel demand forecasts at the category, SKU, and style levels

Consistently review and refine forecast models by evaluating results, researching and reconciling variances, and updating assumptions based on evolving business needs

Collaborate with Sales, Merchandising, Marketing, Finance, and Operations teams to understand channel-specific demand drivers, reconcile variances, and integrate aligned assumptions into the demand plan

Produce in-depth analysis and performance metrics to identify risks and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations to improve demand planning accuracy

Communicate insights to cross-functional partners to support buy, inventory, and allocation strategies for existing products, new launches, carryovers, and product phase-outs across channels

Coordinate and manage cross-functional timelines and actions related to product launches, drops, transitions, and end-of-life strategies

Develop and maintain monthly, seasonal, and annual unit and dollar plans for sales, inventory, receipts, margin, and turn in support of the Purchasing team

Measure and analyze the effectiveness of promotional strategies, including markdowns and gift-with-purchase (GWP) initiatives, across omni-channel distribution

Qualification

ForecastingStatistical analysisInventory planningMicrosoft ExcelCross-functional collaborationAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTime managementAdaptabilityProblem-solving