ASSISTANT STORE PLANNER - SAKS

The Assistant Store Planner will be responsible for: Assist the Store Planner on preseason and in season management of store inventories to ensure achievement of financial targets (sales, profit, inventory turn, GMROI) Assist on category OTBs Assist on leveraging data and tangible feedback to determine ladder planning concept of key items in key markets Collaborate with cross functional departments, ie. Marketing and Store Operations, to ensure success of product strategies and launches Utilize data and store insights to uncover opportunities within the store fleet & provide key findings to merchant teams so they are actioned on Assist on all level by door analysis inclusive but not limited to: By door sales plans Allocation of buys Pre-season by door assortment planning Store to store stock balancing Sizing by door Demonstrates proficiency in contributing to culture of accountability, inclusion and cohesion Key Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required Experience in merchandising, buying, or planning Analytical skills and ability to provide analysis to drive the business Knowledge of retail math and cost accounting MS Excel skills including formulas and data sorting Strong communication skills and the ability to work both autonomously as well as within a team Ability to solve problems through analyzing large data sets Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group - executives, managers, and subject matter experts within and outside of the Store Planning team Ability to multi-task and prioritize Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Saks welcomes all applicants for this position.