SR DIRECTOR WHOLESALE PLANNING AND INVENTORY FASHION

We are looking for a Sr Director Wholesale Planning and Inventory Fashion for a top fashion company in New York City!

Position Overview:

This pivotal role will be responsible for leading the planning function across the accessories group, driving the development and execution of comprehensive strategic plans to optimize inventory management and achieve financial targets.
Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare annual sales and margin budget as well as monthly management estimate by product category, customer, and brand
• Partner with Sales leads to effectively manage open-to-buy AND INVENTORY flows
• Prepare and Manage warehouse inbound and outbound unit flows by location
• Identify and validate sales and margin growth AND INVENTORY productivity opportunities
• Develop and implement strategic planning initiatives to support business objectives and drive profitable growth
• Lead the annual and seasonal planning processes, including assortment planning, inventory allocation, and sales forecasting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Merchandising, Finance, and Operations, to align planning efforts with overall business goals
• Utilize data analytics and market insights to identify opportunities and risks, informing decision-making and driving continuous improvement
• Establish and monitor key performance metrics, providing regular performance analysis and actionable recommendations to drive business results
• Drive process efficiencies and standardization within the planning function to enhance productivity and accuracy
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence within the planning team, promoting professional development and growth opportunities
• Support in the analytics and completion for the weekly and monthly management presentations with group president and the executive management team
• Compile and prepare hindsight and financial strategy topline presentations
• Operate as business point person for system and tool implementations ensuring that business processes are optimized
• Streamline reporting to allow for improved business analysis and identification of risks and opportunities
• Collaborate with SVP Finance and VP of Planning on strategic initiatives to achieve financial targets and corporate goals

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of combined experience in financial, inventory, and sales planning, with a proven track record of success in strategic planning, inventory management, and financial analysis
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and influence cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and planning software; experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems preferred
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve excellence
• Background in accessories, apparel, or consumer products

If this job description matches your background, please apply!