Manager, Retail Planning

The Manager, Retail Financial Planning drives financial performance for Concept Stores and Factory Outlets by leading sales, margin and inventory planning processes. The role enables data-driven decision making and ensures financial targets are achieved through accurate forecasting, cross-functional collaboration and actionable business insights. Reporting to the Sr.

• Develop comprehensive financial plans and forecasts for sales, margin and inventory in collaboration with Merchandising, Marketing, Finance and other key partners.
• Analyse business performance, identify risks and opportunities, and propose mitigation strategies to deliver actionable insights and recommendations to cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Lead the development, maintenance and continuous improvement of financial models and tools to enhance forecast accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage inventory health by ensuring optimal stock levels, turnover and product flow to maximise sales, minimise markdown risk and optimise margins.
• Own and maintain the retail planning calendar, including pre-season, in-season and post-season planning and analysis to inform future strategies.
• Partner with Buying and Allocation, Finance and other cross-functional teams to align on budgets, forecasts, pricing, markdown strategies and promotional plans that drive sales and profitability.
• Manage, mentor and develop junior team members, fostering skill development and driving best practices in financial planning and analysis.
• Prepare and present clear, concise business performance updates and recommendations to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Support global and regional planning milestones by submitting timely and accurate forecasts.
• Design, enhance and maintain financial models, tools and processes to improve forecasting accuracy, drive efficiency and optimise retail planning.

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in a related field, with a focus on planning functions.
• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, Finance or a related field, or a combination of education and equivalent experience.
• Proven expertise in financial planning processes, forecasting and retail business operations.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, with the ability to utilise advanced functions and data analysis tools effectively.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships and work cross-functionally to develop solutions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across Planning, Buying, Allocation and Fleet teams.
• Strong understanding of retail financial metrics, planning, budgeting, forecasting and inventory management principles.
• Demonstrated strong financial acumen, including familiarity with retail math and key performance indicators (KPIs), and the ability to interpret data to inform business decisions.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail; capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines.
• Confident in presenting clear insights and recommendations to senior leadership and cross-functional partners.
• Ability to alternate between sitting and standing for extended periods of time.

• Hybrid work policy requiring attendance in the office Monday through Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday each week; for work requiring a high degree of collaboration or an in-person presentation, in-office attendance is required even on Friday.
• The working language is English.

• Robust and progressive medical coverage, including an HSA with employer funding or FSA options, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage.
• Adoption support with surrogate and fertility support.
• Short and long-term disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance, which can be supplemented with employee-paid coverage.
• Enrolment in the 401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match.
• Education assistance and generous leave policies, including 14 weeks of paid parental leave, for full-time employees.
• Eligibility to earn an annual bonus based on both company and personal performance.
• Prorated flexible time off accruing at 0.4388 hours per day, increasing with years of service.
• Twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year and Service Time Off during milestone years.

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