Job Description
Are you a data-driven retail strategist with a passion for fashion and consumer trends? Luxe Retail Group is seeking a high-caliber Senior Merchandise Planner to spearhead our inventory optimization, sales forecasting, and gross margin strategy. In this role, you will act as the financial architect behind our seasonal collections, collaborating closely with Buying, Design, and Finance teams to maximize profitability and market share.
We offer a modern, hybrid work environment in the heart of NYC, complete with premium benefits, career fast-tracking, and a vibrant, collaborative culture. If you thrive in high-velocity retail and love turning complex data into profitable action, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute end-to-end seasonal merchandise plans, financial targets, and open-to-buy (OTB) strategies to maximize sales and gross margin.
- Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and customer behavior to generate highly accurate demand forecasts and inventory allocations.
- Collaborate with Buying and Sourcing teams to curate optimized assortments, mitigating inventory risk while capitalizing on high-growth categories.
- Conduct weekly, monthly, and seasonal business reviews, presenting key insights and markdown recommendations to executive leadership.
- Optimize multi-channel inventory distribution (e-commerce and physical retail) to ensure optimal stock depth and turn rates.
- Mentor and guide junior planners and allocation analysts to foster a high-performance, data-driven culture.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business, Finance, Statistics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in merchandise planning, allocation, or inventory management within apparel or luxury retail.
- Advanced proficiency in retail math, Open-to-Buy (OTB) management, and financial forecasting.
- Expert-level skills in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, advanced modeling) and modern ERP/Planning software (e.g., Oracle Retail, SAP, or JDA).
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex datasets into actionable strategic narratives.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with a proven track record of influencing cross-functional stakeholders.