RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the plan and forecast process for all categories performance, sales, inventory, receipt and margin goals
• Continuously analyze and reforecast business and recommend/implement strategies to ensure plan is achieved
• Develop monthly buy plans in conjunction with buying team
• Work closely with US planning & buying teams to develop quarterly assortment plans and monthly product flow in line with merchandise financial plans
• Work closely with Allocation Department to ensure that distributions meet turn goals, support marketing calendar and maximize profitability
• Plan and Manage assortment to Door Profiles
• Complete Sales and Inventory Performance analysis
• Maintain ongoing communications with Merchandising and Planning & Logistics Departments to continually secure or produce adequate inventories
• Drive financial results that maximize sales, inventory and bottom line profitability
• Analyze historical data and current trends to identify risks and opportunities by department
• Own open to buy forecasts. Present financial forecast and supporting action plans in buy/monthly forecast meeting to Senior Management and HQ
• Communicate financial results, forecasts, and action plans to manager and cross-functional team on a weekly basis
• Manage and Train team members. Provide support to Planner/Associate Planner meet goals and objectives
• Processes a clear understanding of financial measurements which could include; sales margin, gross margin receipts, and return on investment

EDUCATION & PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED

• BA or BS degree with 6-8 years of prior experience in merchandise planning and analysis -allocation/ distribution experience a plus
• Advanced computer skills EXCEL etc.
• Experience with Merchandise Planning Systems – JDA (a plus)
• Financial/accounting background preferred but not required
• Product sensibility
• Excellent communication both in Japanese and in English
• Presentation and analytical skills required
• Able to build and maintain productive relationships with peers and cross-functional teams
• Flexible and adaptive to changing priorities
• Able to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines
• Demonstrates logical analysis and problem solving skills required

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

• Adaptable – Change before you have to
  • Changes course easily – Knows when to be patient and when to push – Works well in the gray – Shows grace under pressure – Owns mistakes and learns from them – Balances multiple priorities- A change agent who will relish the challenge of operating in a fast paced, demanding environment
• Entrepreneurial Spirit – Own it
  • Takes initiative, doesn’t wait for direction – Builds for the future – Takes personal ownership and accountability – Is resourceful in getting things done - Entrepreneurial and ambitious
•  Collaborative – No “I” in Tory
  •  Is self-aware and open-minded – Integrates the perspectives of others – Is direct but respectful – Communicates cross functionally – Knows when to get people involved and when to make a decision – Takes an inclusive approach
• Client & Brand Focus – Put yourself in Tory’s shoes
  • Passionate about the brand and the work – Creates a transformational client experience – Makes decisions in the best interest of the company and our customers – Focuses on internal and external customers – Excellent people management skills
• Live the Values – Being “Buddy”
  • Keeps the “Buddy Values” alive (Kindness, humility, warmth, honesty, loyalty, compassion, integrity, and passion) – It’s not just what you do, but how you do it – Contributes to a positive and productive environment – Flexible and open
• Functional Expertise – Know Your Stuff
  • Has the skills necessary to perform the job – Keeps current on trends, skills, and practices – Puts learning into practice - Results Oriented
• FOR PEOPLE MANAGERS: Team Builder – It’s all about “We”
  • Sets team goals and roles – Develops, motivates and empowers – Delivers constructive and encouraging feedback – Holds people accountable for results – Recognizes high performance
• FOR PEOPLE MANAGERS: Change Leader – Change is the essence of life
  • Challenges the current point of view – Puts changes in context for the team – Executes changes that impact the business – Is proactive and positive – Listens to and keeps the team up to speed
• Strong Personal Integrity – Self Starting
  • A strong bias for action – hands on and supportive leader – Possesses the personality, integrity and gravitas to be able to work closely with senior executives locally, regionally and globally – Strong and strategic negotiator
• Leadership – Having a Vision
  • Possesses the ability to build teams, motivate and develop staff at all levels – A resilient and focused can-do mentality – a dynamic and charismatic leader and team player – open and collaborative management style, capable of maintaining positive relationships with a number of key stakeholders