Assistant Planner

About Perry Ellis International
Perry Ellis International, Inc. is a leading designer, distributor and licensor of a broad line of high quality men's and women's apparel, accessories and fragrances. The company's collection of dress and casual shirts, golf sportswear, sweaters, dress pants, casual pants and shorts, jeans wear, active wear, dresses and men's and women's swimwear is available through all major levels of retail distribution. The company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries, owns a portfolio of nationally and internationally recognized brands, including: Perry Ellis®, An Original Penguin by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist® and Farah®. The company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR® and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel. Additional information on the company is available at www.pery.com.

The Associate Planner is responsible for assisting with financial and inventory planning responsibilities for an account and works in partnership with Sales, Supply Chain Planning and the retail accounts Buying and Planning teams. Partners with Sr Planner to report retailer sales, margin, and inventory financial plans for assigned retailers. 

Direct Responsibilities:

• Work with Sr Planners and Account Executive to set and achieve sales, margin, inventory goals and brand strategies.
• Monitor plans and OTD pricing, making callouts where necessary, to maximize sales and minimize margin giveback.
• Collaborate with Account Exec and team leads as related to forecasting models
• Determine style demand and inventory plans based on statistical forecasting inputs and historical trends
• Work with account teams to ensure forecasts and goals are set in account’s replenishment systems
• Work with Demand Planning lead, Account Exec and Business Planning on monthly replenishment financial projections
• Work with AE and the Design/Merchandise group on a monthly/quarterly basis to share selling information, category information, sku count recommendation, and opportunities for the following season.

Collaborative Responsibilities:

• Work with Demand Planning Leaders and Sales to create assortment recommendations
• Partner to understand all components of inventory and work with team to maintain appropriate WOS to plan and LY
• Participate in pre-season planning for Replenishment, Key Items, and Assortment building at brand level with Merchandising and Sales

Requirements:

• 0-1+ years of planning experience.
• High level of understanding of retail math, Excel.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to analyze problems and solve both financial and merchandise issues.
• Be a self starter.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to set priorities to accomplish the task at hand.

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Perry Ellis International is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their individual background and characteristics. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, and termination. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the company's commitment to equal employment opportunities.

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