Inventory Planner

Join a world-class, hyper growth company with a seasoned executive team. Stella & Dot is a profitable, $100mm+ and rapidly growing company on track to become a billion dollar, global fashion accessories brand. Our mission is to revolutionize entrepreneurial opportunities in direct sales by reinventing the category with our innovative social selling model. Stella & Dot has strong support from two leading Silicon Valley venture capitalists, Sequoia Capital and Radar Partners. In 2010 we were recognized as one of Inc. Magazine’s Top 100 growth companies.

Think a modern day and stylish version of Mary Kay, blended with social networking and ecommerce. Stella & Dot has been featured in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, on The View, The Today Show, and in countless fashion magazines such as InStyle and Lucky.

If ‘mediocrity’ and ‘just good enough’ make you cringe, if you are an optimist by nature, uber- strategic, driven and ready to take charge in building a world-class Lovemark, this could be the job for you. Please read more about us at www.stelladot.com.

Job Mission
Plan and purchase inventory to maximize in-stock levels, and inventory turn while minimizing overstocks. Work with Sourcing and Merchandising to identify risks and develop strategies for mitigating them.

Primary Responsibilities

Project sales and inventory for each season.
Placement of initial orders and reorders.
Analyze SKU sales performance to determine inventory liability.
Update demand forecasting system with vendor lead times and Safety Stock requirements.
Analyze Item Buy Plans daily to determine flow of merchandise to distribution center.
Analyze historical data and current trends to identify risks and opportunities by department and class.
Create pre-season sales, gross margin and inventory plans by SKU and class that support product strategies
Reconcile top-down to bottom-up class plans
Recap and analyze actual sales results to plan, and forecast in-season sales and inventories on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis.
Re-forecast sales and manage inventory for all basic styles to meet financial goals.
Manage and communicate division level markdown recommendations and strategies.
Participate in company and brand initiatives as appropriate.
Communicate financial results, forecasts, and action plans to manager and cross-functional team on a weekly basis.
Recommend strategy for unproductive inventory.
Work with merchandising to determine departmental SKU level sales projections and product assortments.
Oversee and ensure timely and accurate SKU/inventory data input into demand forecasting database.
Review catalog proofs, pagination and layout for areas of responsibility.
Identify and implement item curves where necessary.
Position will also include ownership of some reporting responsible weekly.
Must be able to clearly and concisely present analytical data and propose solutions in an organized.
Review item sales & receipt flow weekly and communicate out to team items performing above forecast.

Requirements/ Qualifications:
BA/BS Required.
3-5 years inventory management experience.
Able to build and maintain productive relationships with peers and cross-functional teams.
Flexible and adaptive to changing priorities.
Attention to detail and follow through.
Able to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
Demonstrates strong listening, written and communication skills.
Able to formally present business strategies and action plans.
Demonstrates logical analysis and problem solving skills.
Able to interpret current business results to identify key learning’s and develop future strategies.
Possesses a clear understanding of financial measurements including: sales, gross margin, inventory productivity measures such as weeks of supply (WOS), etc. and how to impact them.
Facility with personal computers, including the ability or aptitude to learn technical applications quickly.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

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Posted by Stephanie Coronado

Guess Purchasing Coordinator I (Los Angeles)

Job Requisition #:	9800
Job Title:	Purchasing Coordinator l
Employment Status:	Full-Time
Location:	1444 S. Alameda St. Los Angeles, California 90021-0000
Job Description:
Position Title: Purchasing Coordinator l Position Purpose: Manage the purchasing of fixtures and available inventory for new stores, remodels, wish lists, rollouts, and miscellaneous requests, as well as distribution and deliveries. Monitor and manage stored inventory and in-house inventory. Update and track licensee information. Seek and develop new sources of supply. Prepare and manage RFP for goods and services as assigned by Purchasing Director. Look for and identify cost savings opportunities. Essential Functions: Purchase all fixtures for new store, remodels, special items, rollouts, wish lists and miscellaneous requests. a) Receive approval and/or confirm projects are within assigned budget. b) Prepare Capex and/or procurement paperwork when necessary. c) Create Purchase orders and release fixtures from inventory. d) Submit payment requests if required. e) Arrange all deliveries and transfers. Sign off on invoices once project is complete. Keep track of all miscellaneous requests and rollout expenses. Manage inventory and purchasing of fixtures for GUESS Stores ? new stores, remodels, wish list, miscellaneous requests, and special items. a) Create visual reports on existing fixture quantities which include projection spreadsheets based on the Construction schedule. b) Receive approval and/or confirm projects are within assigned budget. c) Support the Construction team with inventory updates. d) Coordinate fixture transfers from store to store or to in-house or vendor warehouses. e) Assist Purchasing Accountant with invoice discrepancies. This includes changing purchase orders to reflect adjusted invoice amounts, issuing debit memos and/or obtaining proper approval for invoices when needed. Maintain filing of purchase orders in their respective store and vendor files to allow for easier retrieval of information. Manage the updating and tracking of licensee information for new stores, remodels, wish lists, and miscellaneous requests for quarterly charge backs. a) Keep track of new, current, and existing licensee agreements. b) Obtain licensee approval for rollouts and wish list projects. c) Retrieve necessary backup from the new store, remodel take offs, or project folders for chargeback preparation. d) Make copies of all invoices and highlight items pertaining to particular licensee and create separate folders and cover sheets for each licensee category. e) Forward all documentation to Licensee Department for billing purposes . Manage complete RFP process for goods and services as assigned by Purchasing Director. (Annual requirements, fixture rollouts) a) Develop RFP scope of work by using inventory reports, construction schedules and input from requesting departments. b) Manage RFP process with potential suppliers; pre-bid meetings, analysis of proposals, and award to supplier. c) Source and qualify new suppliers. Education: Bachelor's Degree Years of Experience: 0-2 Years

Posted by Kris Iringan

Bloomingdales.com Shoes Planner (NYC)

Overview:

Develop divisional, vendor and item plans for the web and catalog channels. Partner with cross-functional teams to meet or exceed the plans for sales, gross margin, inventory and fulfillment level.

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop sales and inventory plans by division, vendor and item/color for the web and catalog channels that meet the company strategy and financial targets
• Develop monthly OTB forecasts of sales, receipts, markdowns and inventory level. Determine actions necessary to maximize sales and meet inventory targets
• Create initial orders and reorders to meet inventory needs and plans
• Responsible for initial in-stock percent (fill) through communication with vendors and timely follow-up on deliveries
• Track open purchase orders and delivery status
• Address daily/weekly item-level projections
• Ensure purchase orders are accurate in quantity and date through timely PO maintenance and FTC compliance
• Communicate with buyers and site merchandisers to develop tactical plans to maximize sales and reduce inventory liabilities
• Work with DC, item set-up and finance teams to identify opportunities and resolve issues
• Manage vendor relations to assure optimal productivity
• Attend Market appointments as necessary with the Buyers
• Prepare various analyses and reporting where necessary to support business decisions

Qualifications

Skills Summary:

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of three years experience in planning and/or inventory management (preferably in a catalog or internet environment)
• Excellent analytical skills
• Proficient computer skills - especially Excel
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail

Posted by Kris Iringan

Lucky Brand Director Allocation (Vernon, CA)

Rooted in rock'n'roll with a signature sense of humor, Lucky Brand Jeans stands for independent thinking, individual style and a feeling as authentic as love. Friends since youth, creators Gene Montesano and Barry Perlman shipped the first order of Lucky Brand Jeans in 1990, and have been renowned for their great-fitting, vintage-inspired jeans and clothes ever since. Lucky Brand Jeans is sold at over 150 neighborhood Lucky Brand Jeans stores internationally, at LuckyBrandJeans.com, and in variety of department and specialty stores Overview:
Lucky Brand is a rapidly growing brand offering apparel, accessories, fragrances, and jewelry for women, men and children. Established in 1990, Lucky Brand has become one of America's favorite denim brands with a sense of humor evident in its trademark "Lucky You" fly. Lucky Brand products are sold through its own 226 retail and outlet stores within the US, its company website (www.luckybrand.com), select group of high-end department and better specialty stores, and through international retail partners in Asia, Middle East, and Canada.Responsibilities:
Develop Allocation Strategy and Store Inventory Plans •Collaborate with Merchants and Planners to develop and communicate a comprehensive allocation strategy for channel/division level to achieve:

fiscal sales, margin, and receipt plans in units •Coordinate end to end inventory management with cross function partners, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries that are in line with merchandising floor sets. •Conduct a quarterly hindsight and detailed review of historical performance, providing recommendations and guidance for future season deliveries. Weekly Business Management •Identify risks and opportunities based on analytical observations and provide recommendations to deliver overall company financial objectives •Provide inventory management recommendations to ensure in stock position and maximizing sell thru on floorsets •Develop merchandising and allocation strategies and present to cross-functional team and senior management Owner of Store Inventory •Lead and direct allocation and flow strategy for each floorset •Drive In stock position by store on basic replenishment merchandise •Present current and future allocation strategies on a rolling calendar approach •Highlight risks and opportunities with recommendations to deliver overall company financial objectives •Drive results to maximize selling by developing store groups, specialized store assortments and receipt flow in partnership with Planning Team, Merchants and Distribution Center Management •Present receipt flow, in stock positioning and store tests and performances at monthly SFR meetings. Assortment Planning & Assortment Planning Prep •Validate receipt plans and flow strategy of receipts, directing the team
Posted by Kris Iringan

H&M District Controller (Los Angeles)

Function: District

Department: Controlling

Reports to: District Manager and dotted line to Regional Controller

Job Status: Exempt

Responsible for maximizing sales and minimizing variable costs of stores within a geographic district(s) by optimizing and monitoring the efficiencies of store operations, and ensuring that costs are controlled and profits are maximized

Job Responsibility including but not limited to:

Staff Planning

• Works with the store management teams and district managers to ensure that staff plans operate in accordance to H&M the business need and policy, based on sales peaks, customer demands, garment replenishment, and the general store functions necessary for efficient operation
• Works with stores to achieve or exceed Sales per Hour goals
• Sets and monitors the ideal staff levels and availabilities of store teams to ensure efficiency and compliance to ideal store plans
• Inputs, monitors, and updates the staff planning portion of the H&M Scheduling, Time, Attendance, and Registration system.

Allocations

• Responsible for flow of garments from warehouse to shops, ensuring the correct balance of stock levels to sales
• Communicates, trains, and develops store and district teams in pertinent allocation information
• Analyzes and takes action on over and under stock store, concept and department situations utilizing specific tools and programs
• Optimizes sales logistics; including the creation and pertinent updates to delivery schedules
• Communicates and partners with regional and support office team (i.e. Supply Chain Controller and Merchandisers) District team and Store teams to achieve Company and concept stock goals
• Ensures that stores within the district follow up on proper reduction and garment flow procedures

Sales and Cost Planning, Control, Forecasting, and Follow-Up

• Challenges and promotes cost consciousness and effectiveness within district(s)
• Creates and partners with store management teams and district managers as needed for annual sales, worked hour, salary and variable cost budgets; and quarterly sales and hours plans for all stores within district utilizing historical data, known events and benchmarking
• Monitors, analyzes, and benchmarks weekly and daily sales and hour plans and results from stores
• Creates mid-year and fourth quarter sales, worked hour, salary and variable cost forecasts
• Updates and controls all sales and worked hour figures in various H&M systems
• Conducts weekly and monthly concept performance analysis and benchmark and regularly communicates these findings and conclusions to district and store teams
• Performs monthly follow-up of all variable costs and takes action when costs exceed budget.
• Serves as liaison with Accounting Department regarding follow-up of costs in district and invoice flow
• Creates business proposals with appropriate district team members for district initiatives including concept changes and layout moves and conducts sales, cost and profit analysis

Staff Development

• Supports the recruitment and development of Operations Manager(s), if applicable, within the district
• Provides consistent feedback, evaluations, and performance reviews to the Operations Manager(s), if applicable
• Communicates controlling function-related feedback of store teams to District Manager
• Conducts controlling function-related workshops for store teams
• Trains and develops store teams in sales and hour planning

Financial Accountability: Works with 1-2 districts, each containing 10-15 stores and totaling 40-100+ million in annual sales

Minimum Candidate Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably with a finance, business or economics major
• 1-3 years of past retail experience, preferably in retail management
• 1-3 years in a business analyst or finance role

Skills, Abilities and Other Requirements:

• Sales driven and results-oriented
• Detail oriented, with strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving skills and decision-making abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Store orientation and commitment to store management development
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to adapt to company specific systems
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to change
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Platform training skills and ability to communicate complex technical information in a simple and easy way
• Budgeting and forecasting experience
• Strong analytical skills
• Willingness to relocate preferred
• Ability to travel to stores 20-60% of time

Posted by Kris Iringan

Lucky Brand Allocator (Vernon, CA)

Overview:

Lucky Brand is a rapidly growing brand offering apparel, accessories, fragrances, and jewelry for women, men and children. Established in 1990, Lucky Brand has become one of America's favorite denim brands with a sense of humor evident in its trademark "Lucky You" fly. Lucky Brand products are sold through its own 220 retail and outlet stores within the US, its company website (www.luckybrand.com), select group of high-end department and better specialty stores, and through international retail partners in Asia, Middle East, and Canada.

Responsibilities:

Execute the inventory plan at the store level and/or alpha group •Execute initial fashion flows, fashion replenishment, and transfers of products in order to maximize sales and optimize inventory. Achieve turn objectives at a department and/or division level. •Manage individual store inventory analyzing weeks on hand, weeks of supply, open to ship, balance of ownership relative to deliveries and flow. •Manage continuous flow of inventory through DC in collaboration with DC partners oConduct supply chain pipeline review and call out inventory flow challenges •Review product performance at style and region/district/store level (Dept/season/store/category/style/size) Weekly Business Management and Key Meetings •Present insights and recommendations relative to inventory performance at store/category /style level. Highlight markdown and chase opportunities for planner and merchant. •Provide feedback from stores relative to product that is underperforming or exceeding expectations. Ensure stores are clear on replenishment strategies, new flows, and preparation for future events. •Manage allocations to support sales forecast, receipt flows, markdown strategies and future on order. •Collaborate with merchant and planner to understand weekly strategies and execute allocations to reflect these. Assortment Planning & Assortment Planning Prep •Review depth and breadth of assortment, populate distribution sheets and present back to Allocation Manager •Create, review and manage size scales with initial allocation for new deliveries and stores

Qualifications:

•Bachelor’s degree •Store line sales or stock experience a plus •Basic Math Skills •Ability to: oPresent and recommend strategies and build a business case/develop a point of view oWork collaboratively with cross functional team oStrategic analysis •Intermediate Microsoft windows applications, specifically Excel

Posted By Kris Iringan

Vans Men's Footwear Buyer (Cypress, CA)

Location: Cypress

Experience: 3 years

Rate: N/A (Full-Time)

Job Description Vans, a Division of VF Corporation, is THE leading action sports lifestyle company. While some companies just jumped on the skate bandwagon, we're the original skate shoe manufacturer since 1966. We stay connected to those who love Vans through action sports including skate, snowboarding, surfing, moto and BMX and through major events like the Vans Warped Tour and the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing. Vans operates more than 200 retail stores in the U.S. and Europe with many more on the horizon! We design, market, and distribute footwear, clothing and accessories as well as performance snowboard boots. Vans also offers the PRO-TEC line of protective helmets and pads through its PRO-TEC label. Description Plans and executes purchasing style, quantity & quality of merchandise in accordance with customer demand, market trends, brand direction, & fiscal obligations. Ensures maximum sales & gross margin performance coupled with inventory management. Establish control-related standards and procedures. Key Responsibilities Financially plan sales, inventory and turn for the stores and creates assortment plans strategy, buys and purchase orders in accordance with fiscal responsibilities for all relevant categories Balances overall inventory for the company through appropriate channels to achieve the highest return on investment Maximizes sales and inventory by managing the allocation strategy, consolidation and model stock levels by store Consistently reviews & reacts to sales performance/selling reports and generates pricing and consolidation directives ensuring greatest sells and margin potential, partners with the Planner and Stores on directives Evaluates store profile by performance of product, communication and travel to the stores Partners with business partners such as Sourcing, Customer Service and DC to secure timely delivery dates and communicates needs/strategies with the store operations team. Plans and executes pricing strategies, ensuring greatest margin potential Selects all products for promotional events in all stores as well as single store events and coordinates all communication with Marketing and Store operation on event strategy Partners with the Category Director from product development on assortment strategy Develops and trains buying team Qualifications 3 years of prior experience in chain-store buying, with 1-2 at an associate level. Bachelor's Degree (BA) or equivalent from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Computer skills to include Excel, Email, and other relevant Retail applications Strong analytical skills and ability to multitask is essential Technical knowledge of Footwear product is a plus Ability to lead, coach and develop staff to improve performance and achieve professional goals Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other management staff, employees and others with whom the company conducts business Ability to read, analyze and interpret policies, procedures and other business practices, guidelines and documents. Special Requirements: Minimal travel required (approx. 10%) Attends trade fairs and other relevant industry events Willing and able to work additional hours when needed Bend, lift, open and move product and related office items varying in weight from 1 to 25lbs This position is located in Cypress, CA. Vans is an equal opportunity employer and will make selection decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. For government record keeping purposes, you may choose to identify your race, ethnicity, and/or gender. If you would like to provide this voluntary information, it may be sent in writing to the Vans Corporate Office, Attention Affirmative Action Coordinator, 6550 Katella Avenue, Cypress, CA . An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted by Kris Iringan

Trippier & Associates LLC Apparel Buyer (Los Angeles)

Learn and practice what store's are all about.

o Image of our store

o Fashion taste of our customer

Research fashion trends and shop competition.

o Read trade magazines for current trends.

o Study StyleSight for relevant directions.

o Shop competition.

o Propose trend directions for the upcoming season.

Review OTB, analyze weekly business and make appropriate purchases.

o Study Best Seller reports on Mondays and place the reorders.

o Review OTB and other weekly reports to determine our needs.

o Shop vendors, and decide on final buys.

Review sales and inventory plan periodically and advise the planner of changes, if necessary.

Review store inventory and instruct directions to the allocator as needed.

o Examine Store Analysis report to maintain optimum inventory by category at each store.

o Visit our stores to confirm your buys and assortment.

Communicate with Visual Merchandiser and field managers to facilitate sales.

o Communicate with stores to find out about their issues.

o Follow up on proper execution of markdowns and promotions..

o Provide information to Visual merchandiser to help direct visual presentations.

Submit monthly recap of business.

o Analyze what’s sold, on hand, on order, and weeks of supply by category.

o Review hits and misses to prepare for the future purchase decisions.

o Propose promotions or markdowns when needed.

Posted by Kris Iringan

BCBG MAXAZRIA GROUP Receiving Supervisor (Vernon, CA)

COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Recognized as a global leader of women's contemporary fashion, BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP continues to grow and diversify. With an international vision of “bon chic, bon genre” (French for “good style, good attitude”), BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP maintains the highest standards in creativity, quality and innovation in its product offering, operations and staff. Start your fashion career by viewing our jobs and opportunities, and applying for your future career in a dynamic company environment.

The Group's vast portfolio of over 20 brands encompasses a retail and wholesale network of more than 13,500 points of sale in over 45 countries on 5 continents. With more than 10 offices around the globe, our worldwide team is integral to the company's successful expansion. We are currently seeking talented, inspired and forward-thinking individuals to join our growing workforce of over 10,000 employees. BCBGMAXAZRIA corporate career opportunities are based out of our Global Headquarters in Los Angeles, California. Retail opportunities are available at individual BCBGMAXAZRIA locations worldwide.


RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Print receiving reports
• Distribute packing label list
• Input season information in ACS and distribute to warehouse
• Print quantity reports in ACS for verification of accuracy
• Update and manage spreadsheet of incoming merchandise
• Keep accurate records of merchandise received
• Report overages and shortages to manager
• Compile and distribute import reports
• Close PO’s and communicate PO status
• Create internal chargeback reports for information flow of issues
• Troubleshoot ACS related issues
• Communicate regularly for daily operations of label printing process for effective information flow
• Print barcodes for warehouse
• Print Wip reports
• Submit invoices to Accounts Payable
• Order and manage supplies
• Manage timesheets for all temporary employees

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Two years experience
• Fluent in Spanish and English
• Computer literate
• Strong sense of organization and follow through


APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Please send your resume to Employment@bcbg.com


BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP is an equal opportunity employer.
To view all of our current career opportunities, please visit the Careers section at www.bcbgmaxazriagroup.com.

• Location: Vernon, CA
• Compensation: $15hr
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• Please, no phone calls about this job!
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Posted by Kris Iringan

Lazy Susan USA Distribution Manager (Chatsworth, CA)

Company: Lazy Susan USA, Inc
URL: www.lazysusanusa.com

Location: Chatsworth, California
19734 Dearborn Street

Industry: Gift & Home Décor
Position: Distribution Manager

Overview:

Lazy Susan was founded on the belief that simplicity and serenity will never go out of style.

For over 25 years, LS has been providing retailers and consumers with an exquisite selection of decorative accessories, frames, jewelry boxes, glassware, and ceramics that are clean, fashion forward and always stylish.

The Distribution Manager is responsible for the overall success of our warehouse facility. The manager works with other supervisors, team leaders and various support personnel to coordinate efforts between receiving, inventory, pick/ pack and shipping.

Responsibilities Include:

 Provides leadership, direction, and motivation to the warehouse distribution team. Maintains close contact and updates team members on day-to-day activities, challenges and opportunities.

 Manages the Lazy Susan USA shipping and customer service performance levels, both internally and externally to ensure effectiveness, order integrity and timeliness through measurable performance metrics and goals.

 Provides world-class service through product availability, by establishing processes to monitor critical stock products and by providing timely and thorough communication of issues to Sales and Customer Service.

 Establishes procedures and work flows to ensure efficient and accurate processing of customer orders, inventory receipts, and all other inventory movements.

 Manages the documentation of policies and procedures, to ensure efficient and accurate processing.

 Coordinates with others in the company to ensure the successful implementation & execution of Sales and Marketing programs and promotions.

 Oversees company policy regarding safety, human resources, and training within the warehouse environment.

 Focuses on continuous improvement opportunities and actions to drive more efficient and effective operations.

Qualifications:

• Five years minimum experience in a distribution/warehouse environment.
• Prior experience in distribution center management
• A Bachelors Degree in Business, Logistics or another applicable field.
• Experienced in volume pick & pack order fulfilment, small package shipping and inventory control.
• Demonstrated leadership and decision making skills.
• Strong reasoning, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team.
• Ability to act with a high degree of integrity, autonomy and independence.
• Computer literate with working knowledge of WMS systems, MS Excel and Word.

Posted by Kris Iringan