- Company Name
- Catbird NYC
- Job Title
- Merchandise Planner
- Job Description
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**Job title:** Merchandise Planner
**Role Summary:**
Planned, projected, and analyzed sales, inventory, and margin data for a fast‑growing jewelry collection. Collaborated across merchandising, retail, operations, and digital teams to ensure optimal stock levels, timely product launches, and effective assortment management. Managed and developed a team of assistants, coordinated cross‑department projects, and contributed to e‑commerce performance.
**Expectations:**
- Deliver accurate SKU‑level sales forecasts and target stock levels.
- Identify and recommend assortment, pricing, and category opportunities.
- Maintain a current product catalog and support web listings and marketing assets.
- Lead and develop a small team, ensuring task execution and project progress.
- Adapt quickly to a dynamic startup‑style environment, handling overtime when needed.
**Key Responsibilities:**
1. **Planning & Projections** – Analyze sales, stock, margin, and other metrics to set SKU, style, and location targets.
2. **Reporting & Analysis** – Produce regular reports, present insights on assortment edits, product opportunities, and liabilities.
3. **Allocation & Inventory Management** – Set minimums per location, evaluate stock balances, and manage transfers.
4. **New Releases & SKU Management** – Create SKUs, prepare listings, and coordinate launch readiness.
5. **Catalog Maintenance** – Update pricing, costs, and assortment changes in the back‑end system.
6. **Team Leadership** – Hire, train, and supervise assistants/coordinators; oversee execution of department tasks.
7. **Digital & E‑commerce Support** – Optimize website listings, product performance, and conversion; provide recommendations for mailers and social media.
**Required Skills:**
- 3‑4+ years of buying or planning experience; 1‑2+ years of management experience.
- Advanced Excel, retail math, and analytical problem‑solving abilities.
- Strong communication, detail orientation, and multitasking skills.
- Ability to learn new platforms quickly and work effectively across teams.
- Sense of urgency, ownership, and a collaborative, positive attitude.
**Required Education & Certifications:**
- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, supply chain, or a related field.
- Supply‑chain or merchandising certification (e.g., CPIM, CPM, or similar) is a plus.