We are currently looking for a Merchandise Distributor to join the Fossil Planning team. This candidate will be responsible for merchandise allocation for our Watch Station North America store business in order to meet sales objectives.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Distribute/allocate and replenish product to the stores to maximize sales by setting system parameters to achieve sales and inventory objectives.
- Generate various reports, including style-selling and sell-through analysis, to assist in meeting sales, inventory, and accuracy objectives
- Organize sales and allocation reporting and assortment grids on a daily basis.
- Responsible for creating system generated orders that accurately allocate inventory and meet monthly budget requirements.
- Maintain orders in the system and track shipments from the distribution center to ensure timely arrival to stores.
- Communicate with cross functional teams to ensure accurate assortment, allocation strategy, and successes within stores.
- Assist in identifying opportunities for merchandise, stores, and promotional ideas.
- Assist in forecasting and analysis to determine future sales and inventory needs.
- Uploading and maintaining promotional pricing in SAP.
- Bachelor's Degree in Merchandising, Business, or relevant studies preferred
- Some experience in planning, buying or allocation strongly preferred
- At least 1 year or more of retail experience
- Understanding of retail math, retail vocabulary, and Microsoft Excel formulas to analyze sales and inventory data
- Strong verbal. written communication, and analytical skills are required
- Results in focused, detail oriented skills and takes pride in accuracy
- Self motivated, has the ability to independently organize and resource, and has a strong sense of urgency
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Excel) and Google Enterprise products
- SAP knowledge preferred
• Comprehensive benefits package inclusive of health and well-being services
• 401(k) match and education on retirement planning
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees, and a Return Back to Work program for new parents and caregivers to phase back into work on a reduced schedule
• Generous Paid Time Off including Floating Holidays, Volunteer Time, and Summer Flex Fridays
• Hybrid working schedules
• Tuition Reimbursement on approved programs
• Fossil Merchandise Discounts