Merchandise Planning & Allocation Manager, Men's Polo
Ralph Lauren - Nutley, NJ
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Overview Responsible for developing financial plans at the category that deliver Corporate objectives and divisional sales, inventory, profit and turn objectives. Provide pre-season and in-season financial projections and strategies. Identify risks and opportunities to maximize profits. Drive and/or contribute to projects resulting in improved departmental systems and efficiencies. Manage team to be results driven. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Financial Planning Create seasonal/annual divisional financial plans. Implement and develop category level plans: R Sls, GM & Inventory. Plan in-season & pre-season divisional season/ brand Retail Sales/ GM/ inventory utilizing Enterprise Planning with a focus on long range planning. Guide and approve allocation team strategies to support divisional goals in conjunction with store planning goals. Partner with Buying Team to define product strategies and enhance customer experience. Partner with Director on price change management. Participate in monthly forecast, hindsight and OTB process. End to End Deliverables Ensure Superseason planning deliverables are met. Provide SKU counts at the category level. Inventory Management Responsible for monthly inventory flow supporting divisional targets. Ensure team's allocation strategies optimize store in-stock levels. Develop promotion and markdown strategies to manage seasonal inventory. Forecast Buyback. Seasonal plans/analysis. Talent Management Develop, retain and identify talent. Coach and develop planning and allocation team to identify and execute strategies that drive business. Assess and leverage planning and allocation team's strengths and address development needs. Consistently provide feedback and direction to enhance team's skillset and performance. Partner with Sr. Director/Director to solicit decision support when needed. Lead by example, engage and inspire team. Process Leadership Model the Ralph Lauren Way. Partner closely with team leaders to align cross-functional objectives and best practices. Coordinate efforts of direct reports to ensure consistency of planning and distribution. Develop and maintain cross-divisional peer relationships. Identify and communicate opportunities where management support is needed on initiatives and strategies. Cultivate a collaborative, creative, results-oriented work environment. Assume leadership role in change management. Lead, implement and adopt new technologies. Experience, Skills & Knowledge Systems & Tools Enterprise Planning - Global planning system used to forecast sales and inventory. Island Pacific. GBIS - Global reporting tool used to provide visibility to key sales metrics. Microsoft Office Suite Kronos/WFM - Work Force Management tool for time entry of hourly employees. GFE+ IA and JDA Allocation Required Skills Exceptional leadership and team building skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Superb presentation and communications skills, both spoken and written. Prioritize and direct multiple activities. Think conceptually and strategically regarding the business; creative problem solver. Able to develop and maintain effective cross-functional relationships. Motivate, negotiate and influence effectively across departments & divisions. Present a global perspective encompassing businesses beyond the basic accountability of the role. Develop new strategies that expand, encompass or parallel corporate business initiatives, and maximize profitability. Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws.
Created: 2024-09-12