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.

Position Summary

The Senior Director of Planning will lead strategic merchandise planning across a dynamic portfolio of accounts, categories, and licensed brands in our Sports and Entertainment Group. This role is responsible for driving pre-season and in-season planning processes to maximize margin, and support revenue growth across a complex and fast-paced business landscape. This role also carries divisional oversight responsibilities, including special projects, margin ownership, and inventory optimization, ensuring alignment with broader corporate goals and operational excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• Merchandise Planning
  • Lead margin & production planning across multiple accounts/ division to identify opportunities to optimize profitability
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Design & Sales to del seasonal line plans at account/ category level.
  • Manage & monitor adherence to a Product Life-Cyle Calendar by account/ season
  • Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscape to inform planning decisions.
  • Consolidate post market buys for comparison to plans and identify potential shortfalls
  • Lead the post-season hindsight process at the divisional and account level to identify missed opportunity and future needs
• Divisional Responsibilities
  • Drive weekly business reviews with cross-functional teams and external partners, translating insights into actionable strategies
  • Lead strategic initiatives by developing and executing roadmaps for new brand launches, account acquisitions, and emerging business channels, ensuring alignment with long-term growth objectives and cross-functional priorities.
  • Build and manage financial plans, OTB, and forecasting models to achieve sales and margin goals
  • Create and refine standardized reporting and processes to boost efficiency and team productivity in addition to representing the divisional needs in corporate projects.
  • Work with sales on scenario planning by program to understand profitability
  • Ensure inventory alignment in team meetings to prevent excess stock and support demand-driven buying

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail Management, or a related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience in merchandise planning or retail planning
• Strong analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and SAP
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Prior experience managing people a plus

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: $170,000 - $190,000

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

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