Planning Analyst
- Req. Number: 2025-41342
- Mall Name: Columbus Headquarters
- City, State: Columbus, Ohio
- Posted Date: 2/13/2025
Overview
About PHOENIX
PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a Direct-to-Consumer platform operating EXPRESS and BONOBOS in the United States. Grounded in a belief that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express is a brand with a purpose - We Create Confidence. We Inspire Self-Expression. - powered by a styling community. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com.
Location Name
Columbus Corporate Headquarters
Responsibilities
The Planning Analyst is responsible for the analyzing of sales data, market trends and inventory levels to develop strategic plans and forecasts that optimize merchandise buying, inventory management and ultimately maximize sales and profitability by providing insights and recommendations to Directors of Planning and the VP, Planning & Allocations, along with communicating the results and analysis to leadership. This role leverages advanced data analysis to proactively identify opportunities and risks, ensuring precise stock allocation across stores while maintaining alignment with overarching business objectives. This position collaborates closely with Directors of Planning to assess business reporting requirements and develop enhanced financial reporting solutions. It is accountable for delivering comprehensive weekly reports, along with ad hoc analysis tailored to evolving business needs. The role demands agility and adaptability, with the ability to pivot seamlessly in response to shifting brand initiatives and strategic priorities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
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An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Notification to Agencies : Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
About PHOENIX
PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a Direct-to-Consumer platform operating EXPRESS and BONOBOS in the United States. Grounded in a belief that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express is a brand with a purpose - We Create Confidence. We Inspire Self-Expression. - powered by a styling community. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com.
Location Name
Columbus Corporate Headquarters
Responsibilities
The Planning Analyst is responsible for the analyzing of sales data, market trends and inventory levels to develop strategic plans and forecasts that optimize merchandise buying, inventory management and ultimately maximize sales and profitability by providing insights and recommendations to Directors of Planning and the VP, Planning & Allocations, along with communicating the results and analysis to leadership. This role leverages advanced data analysis to proactively identify opportunities and risks, ensuring precise stock allocation across stores while maintaining alignment with overarching business objectives. This position collaborates closely with Directors of Planning to assess business reporting requirements and develop enhanced financial reporting solutions. It is accountable for delivering comprehensive weekly reports, along with ad hoc analysis tailored to evolving business needs. The role demands agility and adaptability, with the ability to pivot seamlessly in response to shifting brand initiatives and strategic priorities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Analyze historical sales data and market trends, to identify patterns and forecast future demand
- Drive collaboration with merchants to develop and execute merchandise strategies, encompassing product assortment, pricing and promotional initiatives.
- Identify emerging trends and market shifts to inform buying decisions. Predict outcomes and recommend actions to align with goals
- Partner with the Planning team to deliver key milestones and strategic initiatives with accuracy and impact.
- Lead all size selling analysis and provide teams with future recommendations
- Prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, consistently meeting deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Partner with Directors to provide choice count analysis and future targets
- Partner with team to appropriately set up, read, and action all major tests
- Lead, coach, and develop the planning team, ensuring proficiency across all systems and tools to maximize efficiency and performance
- Influences cross-functional partners and serves as a strategic thought leader in shaping and advancing planning strategies
- Own Ad hoc reporting to support the total Express planning team
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
- 5-7 years of merchandise planning or similar analytical role experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Proven analytical skills
- Excellent organizational, prioritizing and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills
- Proficient user of MSI Data Warehouse, Microsoft Office including Word and Excel, Outlook, Power Point
CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
- Ability to work well within a cross-functional team environment
- Demonstrated collaboration and relationship building skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Curious mindset and a champion of new ideas and initiatives
- Strong people and project management skills
- Attention to detail, results driven and able to take full ownership of responsibilities
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If you would like to know more about the California Consumer Privacy Act click here.
An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Notification to Agencies : Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
