Job Description:
WHO WE ARE:
Saks Global is the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, comprising Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman and Saks OFF 5TH. Powered by our talented colleagues, we are redefining luxury shopping by offering each customer a personalized experience across our store network and e-commerce platforms. Through strong partnerships with the world’s most esteemed brands, cutting-edge technology and the industry’s most comprehensive luxury customer data, Saks Global is shaping the future of retail.
YOU WILL BE:
As a Merchandise Planner, you will be reporting to a Manager of Merchandise Planning and have responsibility over a category/group of categories of business, with direct ownership over a designated area.
YOU WILL DO:
Manage all phases of financial planning and partner with Manager, DMMs & Buyers to develop and execute pre-season plans, purchase plans and in-season forecast/open-to-buy
Partner with Manager and Buyers to develop and execute strategies to deliver on sales, margin and inventory targets
Exhibit strong organizational skills and a keen attention to detail and accuracy
Show urgency and respond quickly to changes in business needs or trends
Manage inventory content and aging to accurately quantify markdown cost and timing
Manage brand sales and margin performance, partnering with Buyers on season-end negotiations
Show aptitude for reporting, analysis and creation of ad hoc reporting; coupled with presentation of analysis and strategic action-plans
Proactively synthesize and distill key data-based recommendations & present to Manager, Buyers & DMM.
YOU WILL BRING:
Minimum 2-3+ years of planning experience for online and in-store settings
Minimum 2-3+ years of open-to-buy ownership
Minimum 2-3+ years of Microsoft Excel experience (certification is a plus)
Relationship management with a customer focus
Effective communication skills- ability to distill key takeaways in executive recaps & ability to effectively present and communicate with key stakeholders
Strong organization, leadership, management, and customer service skills
Self-motivation and action/results-oriented mindset
Aptitude for problem solving & self-starter qualities
Entrepreneurial spirit & strategic thinking to achieve goals; strong drive for results
YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT SAKS GLOBAL:
Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation
Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate
Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)
An amazing employee discount
Benefits: We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).
Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Compensation for this role varies by geographic location. The listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher-cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on work location, experience, and other job-related factors.
