Senior Planning Analyst

The Senior Planning Analyst is responsible for supporting all activities associated with managing our financial, demand, and inventory plans for our Wholesale businesses. They will provide analytical support to the team by strategically driving the business to maximize sales and margin as well as optimize inventory. They must develop, execute and communicate account strategies that support the merchandising and financial objectives for the brand. This is a key position for cash flow optimization and open to buy management. The individual should exude business agility and strategic thinking, leveraging internal and external data to make fact-based decisions.

The Senior Planning Analyst is responsible for supporting all activities associated with managing our financial, demand, and inventory plans for our Wholesale businesses (Aeropostale, Brooks Brothers, Eddie Bauer, Lucky Brand, and Nautica).

Position Responsibilities:

Manage the planning functions for the Wholesale businesses across all brands.
Own the monthly forecast & budget process as well as provide weekly reporting.
Prepare key analysis for management including strategic recommendations to maximize sales and profitability.
Develop and implement business plans to ensure net sales and gross margin targets are met.
Reforecast business in season based on current performance. Identify opportunities and present revised projections.
Develop replenishment forecast models based on the latest sales trends and demand patterns
Propose and implement solutions to improve forecast accuracy as well as SKU productivity
Create and manage an account Open to Buy and utilize it to optimize sales, inventory, receipts and margins
Successfully communicate forecast and inventory estimations to management with relevant KPI metrics
Proactively develop ad-hoc analytical reports and tools to meet the changing needs of the business.
Establish strong internal cross functional & external partnerships through regular collaboration.

Position Requirements:

7+ years planning, forecasting, or other relevant analytical roles within the industry. Must have wholesale experience.
A bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of education and related experience
Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge with the ability to utilize these skills to analyze and drive business.
Must be system savvy with a high proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel
Result-oriented and self-motivated individual with a strong sense of urgency
Must be proactive with the ability to multi task and prioritize initiatives as well as adaptable to changing demands.
Robust problem solving, analytical, and data management skills.
Exhibits high standards and accountability; detail oriented person who takes pride in maintaining superior accuracy
Thrives in a dynamic environment and enthusiastic about approaching complex issues with creative solutions.
Demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and effectively interact with multiple levels.
Travel may be required, based on business needs.
Adhere to regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration. Job duties may be performed effectively using the hybrid work program designated by the company.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor as the company retains the right to change duties to this position.
Must have authorization to work in the United States.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to position offered and work experience. In addition to your salary, Catalyst Brands offers a benefits package, including health care (medical, prescription, dental, vision), company paid life insurance and long term disability, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off programs starting with minimum 15-days based on role, overtime pay (if hourly), flexible work schedule, and a generous employee discount program (all benefits are based on eligibility). Additional information regarding the benefits for this position can be found here: https://sparcbenefits.com/Candidate-Benefits-Highlights

Reasonable Accommodation

The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable qualified employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Catalyst Brands is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce, and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by law ("Protected Characteristics").

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to constantly operate a computer, other office equipment and look at a monitor for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to clearly and accurately communicate and exchange information verbally, in writing, or through other means in person, telephonically, or through virtual communication methods
• Ability to reach at or below shoulder level
• Ability to carry equipment, move boxes/samples, etc.
• For Stores & Distribution Centers: Bend, lift, open and move product and fixtures up to 50 lbs., as needed.

Please note that the deadline for submitting your application for this position is three weeks from the date the job posting was published.