Ross Stores
Merchandise Planner - (Job Number: 23004723)
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Job Description
- Req#: 452299
- Responsible for developing seasonal business plans through partnership with Buying group and analysis of historical data to forecast trends
- Develop Pre-Season chain plans at the class level and In-Season forecasting of chain plans
- Monitoring monthly performance to sales, inventory and margin targets
- Manage weekly OTB, identifying opportunities as needed
- Identify Early Warning Callouts and recommend courses of action to drive profitable sales and margin. Perform independent analysis as needed to identify opportunities
- Collaborate closely and build trust among cross-functional partners to drive desired results
- Present and call out risks/opportunities to Planning Management and Senior Merchants
- You have a minimum of 3 years’ retail merchandise planning experience. Minimum of 2 years’ experience involving sales and inventory planning, sales forecasting, and OTB
- You have a 4-year college degree (required)
- You are highly proficient in Excel
- You have thorough knowledge of planning systems, Arthur Planning is strongly desirable
- You have strong retail math skills
- You have strong analytical and conceptual skills
- A broad range of affordable health insurance options*, 401(k) with employer match*, life insurance*
- Ample PTO, paid holidays, and Summer Fridays, as well as the opportunity to purchase additional vacation*
- Employee stock purchase plan*
- Charitable donations matched by Ross Stores Foundation
- Enhanced maternity and bonding leaves with 100% income replacement*
- Parent support programs
- And more....
!*!Merchandise Planner
About this opportunity …
The Merchandise Planner is responsible for executing the strategic initiatives within their fast-growing division; while ensuring the accuracy and consistency of all plans, revisions and projects developed. The Merchandise Planner effectively analyzes dynamic, multi-dimensional plans including sales trends, gross margin, inventory and OTB levels. They partner with the Buying, Location Planning teams and Planning Management to identify business opportunities/risks to sales/margin and make recommendations accordingly.The base salary range for this role is $90,000 – $105,000. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.
Responsibilities…
Who you are …
Perks and Benefits of joining our team…
Our Associates are at the heart of everything we do and we're proud to offer a range of benefits that reflect how much we value their contributions. Here's a peek into what you can expect as an eligible Ross Associate:
** -- eligibility may vary based on level and tenure, subject to change
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New York Buying Office (0952)
1372 Broadway, 10th Floor
New York, 10018- Responsible for developing seasonal business plans through partnership with Buying group and analysis of historical data to forecast trends
About the company
Everyone wants a career that’s engaging, exciting and exceptional in every way. That’s exactly what you’ll enjoy when you join one of the most dynamic and fastest-growing retail organizations in the nation – Ross Stores, Inc. Our $12.9 billion, Fortune 500 Company offers outstanding opportunities, from local retail locations and six distribution centers to buying offices and our corporate headquarters. Discover how satisfying your future can be by joining our team.