Merchandise Planner - Free Fly Apparel : Job Details

About Free Fly:Free Fly Apparel is a Charleston, SC-based performance clothing company specializing in unique bamboo material blends. Before launching in 2011, we spent over two years of research and development to come up with the softest performance fabrics imaginable. Our design philosophy is anchored in fun and adventure while superior design and craftsmanship remains our focus. Whether you're on the water, exploring the mountains or hitting the gym, we're confident this will quickly become your favorite shirt. Free Fly's products are sold throughout 400+ specialty stores (domestic and international) and they are also available through our website at www.freeflyapparel.com.TheMerchandise Plannerwill support the Senior Merchandise Planner in gathering necessary data and analysis to create efficient inventory plans and analyze in-season and historical data for future planning. The Merchandise Planner will create and manage style-level inventory plans that align with top-down financials from channel partners and proactively manage performance to plan in-season to help uncover opportunities, mitigate risks, maintain margin targets, and build-out end of season inventory strategy.This role is highly collaborative and works closely with the Merchant on ensuring inventory plans mirror financial, product, and marketing strategy. This role also provides support to the Operations team and other areas ofFree Fly on quantifying the impact of strategic inventory investments, new initiatives, and other key areas related to inventory.Job Tasks and ResponsibilitiesPartner to create pre-season, item-level sales and inventory plans that align with historical performance, merchandising strategies and financial targetsRe-Forecast item level plans in season for assigned categories; Ensure alignment and tops-down, monthly forecast and channel level goalsProvide hindsight analysis and partner with merchandising on future product positioning and opportunitiesCoordinate, manage, and maintain inventory fulfillment for Amazon channel; Partner with third party to ensure profitabilityMonitor End-of-life Product and discontinued stockAnalyze markdown sales and recommend pricing in line with financial targetsAnalyze size curves each season to provide insights on how to plan for future buysUpdate weekly reports and distribute to internal teamsGenerate purchase orders and coordinate with Operations team & suppliers on any PO change requests (pricing, quantities, etc.)Maintain Time and Action (T&A) calendars and update internal calendars to ensure alignment on most recent timelines/deadlinesAd-hoc reporting and analysisMinimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Planning, Business, or related fieldThree to five years of related experienceMerchandise Planning experience preferredStrong knowledge of MS Office Suite, NetSuiteRequired CompetenciesStrong financial and analytical skillsStrong attention to detailStrong verbal and written communication skillsExcels in collaborative environmentStrong organizational skillsStrong interpersonal skillsFree Fly is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees.