Associate Planner

THE ROLE: Associate Planner

Plan, forecast, and analyze the business at a category level for multiple channels (Rue, Gilt, Marketplace). Working closely with Sr. Planner on sales, margin and inventory plans in order to optimize revenue, profits, inventory efficiency, and the future growth of all channels.  Qualifying individuals should be highly motivated for advancement, inquisitive, and possess developed analytical, communication and teamwork skills that will enable them to work effectively cross-departmentally with the Planning, Programming, Merchandising, Warehouse, and Tech teams.

What You'll Do:

• Work with Sr Planners and Merchandising team to develop and execute plans and forecasts at category level within Kohplan.
• Owning the process of creating and analyzing event plans.
• Help create and analyze event plans as needed.
• Create assortment plans and buying guides to aid the merchants with suggested # styles and depth as well as ideal size scale for category.
• Responsible for identifying markdowns and pricing to ensure profitability of the category.
• Maintain and develop weekly, monthly, and seasonal reports.
• Perform ad hoc analysis as needed.

About You:

At Rue Gilt Groupe, diversity enriches our passion, collaboration, kindness and innovation. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every Associate is empowered to learn, grow and bring their full self to work. Even if you don't check off every qualification in the job description, that's okay. We encourage you to apply to any role that excites you and sparks delight! We can't wait to learn more about you.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or another quantitative field preferred
• 2+ years in a retail environment
• Demonstrated planning and analytical skills
• Expert Excel skills
• Planning system and business Intelligence tool experience a plus
• Advanced organization and communication skills
• Process oriented
• Experience working in a team environment
• Ability to juggle priorities in a fast-paced environment

Base Salary Range: $56,500 - $63,500

Rue Gilt Groupe is committed to providing Associates with equal pay for equal work and carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including prior experience, skills and expertise, location, and internal equity. Our goal is to support, reward and compensate the entire individual. Depending on role eligibility, your offer may also include bonus/commission, equity, 401(k) match, and a variety of benefits. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated.

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