Demand Planner

Company Overview

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 40 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 SUMMARY
The Senior Demand Planner is a senior-level role responsible for both executing and developing
comprehensive sales and inventory plans at the account level, while also overseeing the strategic
flow of inventory from production to shipment at the brand level. This role recommends buy
placements and manages receipt flow to ensure supply meets consumer demand while adhering to
corporate standards for profitability and revenue. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5
years of experience in retail/wholesale buying, planning, or replenishment management, and must
be exceedingly well organized, a self-starter, detail oriented, and highly motivated.
DIRECT RESPONSIBILITIES
 Determine style demand and inventory plans based on statistical forecasting inputs and
historical trends.
 Work with account teams to ensure proper forecasts and parameters are set in the retailer's
replenishment systems.
 Partner with Sales on pre-season planning for Replenishment, Key Items, and Assortment
building at the account level.
 Provide Account Executives and Business Planning with monthly replenishment financial
projections.
 Pull in-stock and WOS data at the style/color level; report business trends to monitor in-season
performance and adjust plans as needed.
 Meet regularly with Account Executives to discuss in-season issues and opportunities.
 Oversee aggregate production needs across each SBU and total division.
 Recommend Buy Placements for replenishment items that meet demand while reflecting
optimal inventory position and all production requirements.
 Review and approve all placements of production orders in collaboration with sales and
finance.
 Manage the Open to Buy (OTB) plan by working with sales, planning, and finance to oversee
flow of goods and review financial forecasts.
 Model OTB scenarios for strategic placements as needed.
 Provide projections of future needs to the sourcing department by channel of distribution for
space planning.
 Forecast needs by fabric for total division for strategic pre-positioning of greige materials.
 Manage the PLM group buy process including T&A calendars.
 Work with operations to review stock levels against warehouse capacity and make
recommendations for exceptions.
 Track performance of Replenishment Programs by label.
 Prepare ad hoc analysis as needed and fulfill other tasks as directed by management.

COLLABORATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
 Collaborate with Merchandising and Sales on pre-season planning for Key Items and
Assortment building at the brand level.
 Work with Supply Chain Planning to ensure optimal stock levels and inventory goals are
maintained.
 Partner with Sourcing and Supply Chain Planning to review WIP and identify potential supply
challenges.
 Seek to drive efficiencies across all brands and accounts by reviewing assortments and fabrics
in collaboration with the merchandising team.
 Work with sales and planning teams to review unsold and aging inventory.
 Make recommendations for replenishment goals and objectives in coordination with demand
and business planning teams.
 Develop strategy with demand planning for digital key items and replenishment assortments.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
 Strong proficiency in retail math and its application to planning and forecasting.
 Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with planning or replenishment software preferred.
 Ability to analyze results and identify financial and merchandise solutions to improve
performance.
 Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
 Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
 Team player with a collaborative mindset and a self-starter work ethic.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
 Bachelor's degree or experience equivalency in a related field.
 Minimum of 5 years of retail/wholesale planning/buying experience.
 Demonstrated ability to analyze results and identify financial and merchandise solutions to
improve performance.
 Retail math knowledge and understanding.
 Ability to set priorities and accomplish tasks independently.
 Ability to travel to other company facilities and accounts as needed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position requires the normal physical demands of any office-based role, including sitting,
standing, reaching, walking, talking, and hearing. The noise level in the work environment is
typically moderate.

What’s In It For You?

• Comprehensive Health: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision plans designed to keep you and your family healthy and thriving.
• Financial Security: Secure your future with our 401(k) retirement plan (including a discretionary company match) plus company-provided Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Work-Life Balance: Take the time you need to recharge with generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and a full schedule of paid Holidays.
• Growth & Support: We invest in your potential through our Tuition Reimbursement program for continuous learning and provide 24/7 personal support via our Member Assistance Program (MAP).
• Team Culture: Join a community that celebrates your hard work with regular Associate Engagement Events, ranging from seasonal celebrations to on-site wellness activities.
• Exclusive Style Perks: Look your best for less with generous Associate Clothing Discounts across all our company stores and e-commerce sites.

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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