Assistant Planner

Overview of Company

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 42 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, 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.

Position Overview:

The Assistant Planner provides crucial support to the Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Buying and Planning team, encompassing both e-commerce and retail stores. This role is essential for daily operational success, accurate reporting, and effective inventory management, building a foundational understanding of sales trends and planning processes.

Responsibilities:

• Own reporting updates, receipt tracking, and PO/inventory logs.
• Support the Director of Retail Planning with in-season business decks, ad hoc analysis, and data entry.
• Manage all store allocations, including creating and monitoring replenishment models to ensure optimal stock levels, allocating new product, and handling one-time orders.
• Analyze inventory levels and initiate requests for goods from various warehouses.
• Assist with planning and forecasting of replenishment buys and related analyses.
• Assist in quarterly hindsight recapping, focusing on insights related to key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Support by monitoring delivery flow to warehouses and product flow to stores.
• Learn and utilize planning tools and systems, including planning templates, weeks of supply (WOS) tracking, and forecast reporting.
• Build a foundational understanding of inventory management principles, including Open-to-Buy (OTB) and sales trend analysis.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Math, or Finance preferred.
• Proven knowledge and strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate them into actionable insights for inventory and sales.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, especially when handling data.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for clear collaboration with team members.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of data analytics principles and experience with information systems.
• Proficiency in Business Objects.

Personal Attributes:

• A curious mind and positive attitude, showcasing accountability.
• Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly, demonstrating resourcefulness.
• An adaptable mindset.

Legal Disclaimer:

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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