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Design Within Reach · 1 day ago

Senior Merchandise Planner

positionStamford, CT
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date5+ years exp

Design Within Reach is dedicated to creating beautifully designed furnishings that enhance homes for generations. The Senior Merchandise Planner will drive financial strategies for product categories, optimize inventory, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maximize sales and margin while mentoring junior planners.

E-CommerceIndoor PositioningRetail

Responsibilities

Own financial planning strategy for assigned categories, including pre-season and in-season plans that align with company objectives and merchant vision
Develop and present advanced merchandise plans leveraging historical data, trend analysis, and predictive modeling to deliver accurate forecasts
Lead cross-functional collaboration with Merchandising, Digital, Marketing, and Operations to ensure alignment on assortment, pricing, and promotional strategies
Drive in-season business decisions by analyzing sales trends, recommending pricing actions, and managing chase inventory strategies to maximize profitability
Optimize inventory flow and capacity through strategic core item buys and creative problem-solving to minimize risk and improve turn
Identify margin improvement opportunities via pricing strategies and liquidation plans
Champion process improvements by leading initiatives tied to new planning tools
Mentor and guide junior planners, providing training and support to elevate team capabilities
Communicate confidently and influence decisions during OTB and Line Plan presentations, backed by strong analytical insights
Lead special projects such as forecasting for new product launches, template development, and system enhancements
Lead inventory management for complex categories in collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and alignment with business goals
Build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional partners to drive alignment and results

Qualification

Retail planning experienceInventory management experienceFinancial modelingAdvanced Excel skillsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsLeadership qualities

Required

5+ years of retail planning or inventory management experience, with a proven track record of driving financial results
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with advanced proficiency in forecasting and financial modeling
Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams, with excellent communication and presentation skills
Leadership qualities, with experience mentoring and guiding team members
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Passion for optimizing sales, margin, and inventory, with a customer-first mindset
High sense of ownership, accountability, and ability to work independently
Advanced Excel skills and experience navigating robust ERP and reporting tools

Company

Design Within Reach

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Design Within Reach, a retailer based in the US and Canada, is involved in selling and marketing home and office furnishings.
dateFounded in 1998
location
Stamford, Connecticut, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://www.dwr.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$16.8M
2014-07-17Acquired
2012-08-02Post Ipo Equity· $1.8M
2009-08-14Post Ipo Equity· $15M

Leadership Team

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Christine Stripling
Human Resources Generalist/ Business Partner
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Recent News

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