Planner (Beauty)

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together.

As a Planner focusing on Walmart & Target, you will play a crucial role in driving sales and optimizing inventory levels along with finding opportunity.  You will be responsible for developing and executing strategic plans that align with account goals and objectives, and supporting our sales team with operational needs to ensure seamlss flow from product creation to delivery on floor.  

Key Responsibilities:  

• RETAIL PLANNING

• Reporting: Prepare regular reports & ladders on sales performance, inventory levels, and promotional effectiveness for internal and external stakeholders

• Promotional Planning: Collaborate with Walmart's merchandising team to plan and execute promotional activities that drive sales and increase product visibility
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with Walmart & Target’s buying and merchandising teams to ensure alignment and collaboration
• Demand Forecasting: Partner with Demand Planner to ensure future forecast & life cycle by SKU are aligned with account objectives

• SALES OPERATIONS
  • Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels and work closely with Walmart to ensure optimal stock levels, reducing out-of-stock situations and excess inventory.
  • Production/ Operations Collaboration: Work closely with counterparts to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
  • Customer Support: Assist the sales team in addressing customer inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in planning, forecasting, or a related role within the wholesale retail industry, with a focus on licensing products.
• Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, preferred experience in SAP and IBP/ JDA.
• Exposure to Walmart’s portal- Scintilla.com and/or Target's portal - Partners Online is required. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.

In return, we provide an industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401(k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion at Centric Brands though workshops, resources and inspiring conversation.

Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000

At Centric Brands, we believe our people are our greatest asset, and we seek to structure competitive compensation offers to ensure that we are able to attract and retain the best talent. Our job postings include an annual base salary range at the time of employment. The stated base salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on several factors, including the selected candidate's educational and professional experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. Base salary is a part of a total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, annual bonus and other Centric Brands sponsored benefit programs.

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Centric Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Please note that Centric Brands will only reach out to interview, make an offer of employment or conduct onboarding activities for candidates who have applied through our careers site. When interviewing for a position, the candidate experience will include live interaction, such as a video conference or telephone call, with a Recruiter and/or company employee(s). We will never ask for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process. Be aware of suspicious recruitment activity. If you think you are a victim of an employment scam, you may contact your local law enforcement agency and/or visit the Federal Trade Commission website here: https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/job-scams.

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