Planner

Reynoldsburg, OH

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Hybrid

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Contract

|Job ID 69495|Posted Feb 26, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Planner to join their dynamic team. This entry-level individual contributor role serves as the business manager for a smaller or less complex collection of merchandise. The successful candidate will be responsible for translating the Merchants' vision into viable plans and profitable results.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain sales, inventory, and margin plans that align with financial targets for an assigned book of business.

  • Planning responsibilities will include Sub-Brand, Category/Class, and assortment plans.

  • Partner with the Merchant & Planner to optimize the assortment by cluster and channels of distribution (Stores, Internet, Catalogue, Wholesale).

  • Collaborate with the Demand Forecaster to ensure that demand plans incorporate statistically based forecasts, merchandise plans, and business knowledge.

Required Professional Experience and Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, operations, economics, business, statistics, or equivalent experience.

  • Less than 2+ years of experience in retail merchandise planning, demand planning, inventory management, allocation or replenishment, financial planning, or financial analysis.

  • Previous experience in retail, fashion, or eCommerce is a plus.

This role is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to grow their career in a supportive and inclusive environment. Our client is committed to fostering a diverse and equitable workplace, and we strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Please note that successful candidates must complete a background check and drug screen upon offer.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.