Director, Merchandise Planning, Allocation & Control
ON-SITE - Charlotte, NC 28273
The Cato Corporation is seeking an experienced Director, Merchandise Planning, Allocation & Control to join our Planning & Allocation team!
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for overseeing the development of long and short range merchandise plans, forecasts, allocation strategies and execution for the assigned area. Responsible to manage and control merchandise purchases and inventories within agreed upon guidelines. Develop collaborative relationships with all levels of management as well as cross functional partners. Manage, train and mentor planning and allocation teams.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Champion change and understand change management
Effectively train, mentor and develop planning and allocation team
Develop top line financial plans
Review and approve long range financial plans at the department level
Review and approve open to buy sales, markdown projections and recommended actions
Review and approve allocation strategies
Responsible for collaborating with DMM on assigned area of responsibility
Participate in quarterly analysis and hindsight meetings
Develop and maintain relationships with cross functional teams
Communicate necessary business information to the necessary teams
Support all systems upgrades and testing
Partner with SVP on special projects and analysis
Develop and maintain milestone calendars
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
10+ years experience in Merchandise Planning and Allocation.
Bachelor degree required. Fashion Retailing or Business degree a plus.
Strong analytical skills
Strong organization, communication and development skills
Strong Excel and Word skills
Collaborative mentality and ability to work in a team environment
The Cato Corporation offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including Medical/Dental/Life Insurance package, 401(K) Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending Plan, Stock Purchase Plan and more!
The Cato Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, age, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.