Overview
Director of Planning Jobs in New York, NY at SBH Fashion
Title: Director of Planning
Company: SBH Fashion
Location: New York, NY
Digitally Native lifestyle brand is looking to Hire a Director of Planning!
The Director of Planning will be responsible for developing and executing financial, merchandise, and inventory plans that support the brand’s goals.
Key Responsibilities
Financial & Merchandise Planning
Develop and own top-line sales, margin, and inventory plans by channel, category, and SKU to support company growth objectives.
Partner with Merchandising to build strategic assortment plans aligned with sales targets and customer demand.
Drive seasonal and annual forecasting processes, ensuring financial targets are met.
Analyze sell-through, markdowns, and replenishment strategies to maximize profitability.
Partner with Finance to track and manage open-to-buy (OTB) budgets.
Inventory Management & Optimization
Develop strategies to optimize stock levels, minimizing excess inventory and stockouts
Lead demand planning and allocation across E-Commerce, Retail, Wholesale, and Dropship channels.
Oversee replenishment strategies, ensuring alignment with demand trends and promotional activity.
Monitor inventory health, aging stock, and liquidation strategies.
Cross-functional Collaboration & Reporting
Deliver comprehensive weekly, monthly, and seasonal performance reports on sales, inventory performance, and financial results to senior leadership, providing actionable insights on trends, risks, and opportunities.
Partner with Finance, Merchandising, Product Development, Ecommerce, Retail, and Operations teams to develop strategies that drive performance across all channels.
Analyze historical sales, category performance, and customer insights to inform future buys.
Monitor competitor and industry trends to adjust planning strategies as needed.
Communicate planning goals and updates to cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and timely execution of business strategies.
Support the integration of new technologies and processes to enhance forecast accuracy and operational efficiency.
Business & Financial Strategy
Drive the development of sales, margin, promotional, and inventory forecasts to meet business goals.
Evaluate and refine planning processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in meeting financial targets.
Proactively identify and recommend changes to improve the planning process, inventory management, and business performance.
Qualifications
8-10+ years of experience in merchandise planning, inventory management, or a related field, preferably in women’s fashion
Strong financial acumen with expertise in forecasting, OTB management, and sales analysis.
Deep understanding of E-Commerce, Retail, and Wholesale inventory dynamics.
Strong proficiency in Excel and analytics tools (experience Looker, or other BI tools a plus).
Expertise in retail math, forecasting, and demand planning.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present and influence senior leadership.
Proven track record in managing large-scale planning projects and driving cross-functional collaboration.
Strong understanding of inventory management, demand planning, and replenishment strategies.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, with a focus on results and continuous improvement.
Salary $150,000-$170,000 base
