Planner, Store Inventory
About the Company
Chico's FAS, Inc. is a specialty retailer of private branded, sophisticated, casual-to-dressy clothing, intimates, complimentary accessories and other non-clothing gift items. The Company operates more than 1,000 women's specialty boutiques, including locations in 49 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico operating under the Chico's, White House | Black Market, and Soma Intimates names.
At Chico's, we value our customers, integrity, respect, vibrant spirit, and high performance. Our commitment to encourage and support the success of each associate makes Chico's FAS, Inc., an exciting place to build a career. As we continue to grow our brands, we invite you to learn more about the opportunities to become a part of our incredible team.
Planner, Store Inventory - Outlets
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
To plan and facilitate allocation strategies that ensures effective inventory management at the store / class level.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Strategize, develop and manage execution of allocation plans for stores; accounting for climate transition, key marketing events, space challenged stores, overall capacity and volume.
• Develop store sales and inventory plans at the store / class level; making necessary adjustments to receipts and transfers based on a forward looking view, tying back to company financial objectives.
• Influence cross functional business partners such as Merchandise Planning, Field Management, and Store Operations to communicate and build strategies that support identified risks and opportunities to meet business goals
• Perform ongoing analysis of store profitability, inform leadership and make recommendations regarding proper inventory and assortment composition.
• Strategize with and influence cross functional team to build assortments using a store clustering process, increasing top line sales, margin and profitability through tailored assortments and reduced choice counts where necessary.
• Develop and execute new store inventory plans ensuring correct assortment and product levels; remains abreast of store closings to ensure inventory is managed profitably.
• Develop relationships with Field Leadership in an effort to provide Most Amazing Personal Service to our internal and external customers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, operations or other related field preferred
• Minimum 3 years experience in specialty retail allocation and 2 years experience as a store planner
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; strong aptitude with numbers
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong background in data analysis and retail allocation experience required
• STS/PKMS and/or SAP experience a plus
• Ideal candidate will have PC proficiency with a strong emphasis in Excel
