About this role
Overview of the Job: Build seasonal SKU-level assortment financial and illustrative plans for a retail concept that ties to the business plans and targets. Lead period analysis, including but not limited to style-level sell through to influence current and future seasons.
Reporting Line: MANAGER, GC SALES ASSTMT PLANNING
Key Partnership:
- NSP Retail Merchandising
- Sports Planning
- Sales Business Planning
- Account Partners
- Pre-season
- Lead assortment pitch back session, get alignment with NSP merch and Sales team to balance biz and buzz
- Deliver a qualified SKU-level assortment plan by door clusters base on APS, selling weeks and sell-thru forecast, align key style depth planning methodology internally
- Drive concept Hindsight, summarize highlights and learnings, define risks and opportunities. Align planning guiding principle with X-function team
- Build distinguish assortment plan for concept top doors to fulfill specific consumer needs
- Build/refine a style-level plan to color based on marketplace strategies and opportunities; ensure plan reconciles with topline financial plan developed by the BP.
- In-season
- Lead period analysis, including but not limited to SKU-level sell through to influence current and future seasons.
- Recommend actions to cross function partner based on sales performance
- Post-season
- Recap the performance of the assortment including sell-through, color performance, and SKU productivity
- Provide insights and recommendations to key stakeholders Merchandising/Sales/consumer planning for future season planning
- Recap performance of key retail moments to provide insights for future planning
Job Qualifications:
- Buying, Planning, Assortment Planning experience with other apparel / footwear
- Comprehensive understanding of retail math
- Ability to create reports, style-level sales plans, track promotional calendar/events and pre-meeting prep
- Strong and demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and influence others
- Advanced knowledge of MS office applications; proficiency in Excel including creating spreadsheets, complex formulas, pivot tables, etc.
- Ability to work in a matrix environment with multiple business functions
- Strong team player and ability to work with the cross functional partners and senior management on all aspects of the business
Critical Experiences Gained:
- Retail and Business Acumen
- Consumer Insight
- Product/Marketplace Knowledge
- Effectively communication and Influencing others
- 3+ years planning experience in fashion/fast fashion/Sports brands is a plus
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About Nike
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Innovative Materials:
At the heart of our sustainability efforts is a dedication to innovative materials that minimize environmental impact. We constantly explore and invest in sustainable alternatives, incorporating recycled materials, organic cotton, and other eco-friendly innovations into our product lines.
Reducing Waste:
Nike is actively working to reduce waste in our manufacturing processes. Through advanced design techniques and responsible sourcing, we aim to minimize the environmental footprint of our products, ensuring that every step of the production cycle aligns with our commitment to sustainability.
Circular Design:
Embracing a circular economy, Nike is reimagining product design to extend the lifespan of our products. By emphasizing durability, repairability, and recyclability, we are actively working to create a closed-loop system that reduces waste and promotes responsible consumption.
Energy Efficiency:
Nike is dedicated to minimizing our carbon footprint by implementing energy-efficient practices in our manufacturing and supply chain. We're investing in renewable energy sources, setting ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and continuously exploring ways to operate with the environment in mind.
Water Stewardship:
Recognizing the importance of water as a precious resource, Nike is committed to responsible water management. We strive to reduce water usage in our supply chain, implement sustainable water practices, and engage in partnerships that address global water challenges.
Transparency and Accountability:
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What you'll do
- Build seasonal SKU-level assortment financial and illustrative plans for a retail concept and lead period analysis to influence current and future seasons. Recap performance of the assortment and provide insights and recommendations for future planning.
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