Old Navy
fashion retail
Manager,MerchandisePlanning
“Manager, Merchandise Planning at Old Navy. Skills: Merchandise Planning, Financial Strategy, Data Analysis, Communication. Drive franchisee seasonal investments to hit wholesale and margin budget for all divisions through analysis of division/product performance across key accounts. Analyze historical data and current trends to identify risks and opportunities by division and department”
What You'll Achieve.
Hit wholesale and margin budget for all divisions; Deliver/exceed financial targets
Industry & Context.
Problem solver, not just problem spotter and work to drive toward solutions
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Minimum of 5+ years of merchandise planning/buying experience
Nice to Have
Experience in wholesale and consultant like roles is a plus, Spanish language proficiency is strongly preferred
What You'll Do.
Drive franchisee seasonal investments to hit wholesale and margin budget for all divisions through analysis of division/product performance across key accounts
Analyze historical data and current trends to identify risks and opportunities by division and department
Identify risks and opportunities to business and recommend strategies to achieve financial goals
Develop and communicate
in conjunction with Merchandising
comprehensive pre-season strategies that aligns to future financial product while protecting key product attributes through franchise exclusives and market nuances
such as southern hemisphere seasonality and year-round hot markets
Identify and set financial product benchmarks and guardrails at partner level each season
Influence partner seasonal investments and sign off partner investments within seasonal investment reviews
Develop processes and tools based on fast paced changing retail environment and Franchisee needs
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partnering with teams such as Franchise Merchandising, Account Management, Product Operations, Store Experience and Marketing as well as the Old Navy Omni Planning team; Build relationships with Franchisee and cross functional teams; Presenting to multiple audiences (internal and external cross functional meetings, product level financials, and in-season performance to identify future risks and opportunities)
Communication Scope
Analytical and storytelling skills; Comfortable with presenting to multiple audiences; Written communication skills; Oral communication skills
Process & Methodology
Able to handle many projects simultaneously while effectively prioritizing workload
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