Job Description
Elevate Your Retail Career with Luminary
Are you a data-driven visionary with a passion for trend forecasting? Luminary Retail Group is seeking a Senior Merchandise Planner to join our flagship team in New York City. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our product strategy, optimizing inventory health, and driving profitability across our premium lifestyle collections.
You will work at the intersection of fashion and finance, utilizing advanced analytics to influence assortment planning and maximize commercial outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive seasonal financial plans and open-to-buy forecasts.
- Partner with the buying team to build balanced, data-backed assortments that align with brand identity.
- Analyze weekly sales performance metrics to identify trends, risks, and growth opportunities.
- Manage inventory flow and lifecycle, ensuring optimal stock levels across all retail channels.
- Lead markdown strategies and promotional planning to drive margin targets.
- Collaborate with supply chain teams to mitigate supply risks and improve lead times.
- Provide regular reporting and insights to leadership regarding category performance.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in retail merchandise planning or inventory management.
- Expertise in retail math, financial modeling, and forecasting methodologies.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, Macros) and merchandising systems (e.g., JDA, Oracle).
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business strategies.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving in a fast-moving retail landscape.