Carter’s Inc.
Apparel Retail
SeniorPlanner
“Senior Planner at Carter’s Inc.. Skills: Strategic planning, Financial accountability, Data analysis. Develop strategic plans. Execute strategic plans”
What You'll Achieve.
Drive growth for business with Target; Achieve or exceed revenue goals; Achieve or exceed profitability goals
Industry & Context.
Analyze data; Identify risks; Identify opportunities; Propose corrective action; Suggest actions to reduce markdowns; Suggest actions to maximize margin
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
6+ years of experience in planning principles, financial budgeting, retail and wholesale fundamentals, ad hoc reporting and analysis, Bachelor’s degree, Ability to synthesize large amounts of data into trends and initiate action, Ability to collaborate and communicate with various cross-functional partners, Executive communication skills, Advanced Microsoft Excel user
Nice to Have
A wide variety of past experiences in planning principles, financial budgeting, retail and wholesale fundamentals, ad hoc reporting, analysis, communication and presentation skills, Ability to think big picture and provide strategic insight on the business, Work cross-functionally with internal Sales and Merchandising partners as well externally with accounts, Knowledge of retail fashion industry, children’s business
What You'll Do.
Develop strategic plans
Execute strategic plans
Communicate strategic plans
Drive business growth
Financial accountability
Develop merchandise plans
Develop financial plans
Analyze current trends
Analyze historical trends
Develop long range plans
Identify opportunities
Propose corrective action
Complete support requests
Manage account planning process
Monitor retailer performance
Review retailer profitability
Suggest actions to reduce markdowns
Suggest actions to maximize margin
Financial shipment forecasting
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with cross-functional partners; Work with internal Sales partners; Work with Merchandising partners; Work with external accounts
Communication Scope
Communicate strategic plans; Communicate with Senior management; Executive communication skills; Communication skills; Presentation skills
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