Inventory Management Planner

At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us. 

Job Title: Inventory Management Planner

Reports to: Manager, Allocations

Location:  Remote

Interested applicants must reside in one of the following approved states:

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin

The Role

The Inventory Management Planner is a reactive collaborator with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. They are responsible for the successful execution on inventory management of North America retail stores that fit to company financial goals.  A strong candidate for this role is entrepreneurial and strategic with the ability to partner and effectively communicate with many cross-functional teams.

We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.

Your Impact
The primary functions of this role, include but are not limited to:

• Manage styles from initial allocation through end of life cycle, including replenishment and consolidation of goods through RTW or Transfer to other stores or channels
• Support Manager with flow forecast of inventory to stores based on sales needs and inventory BOP, turn targets, and changes in delivery timing 
• Partner and effectively communicate with cross-functional teams, such as Merchandising and the Field.
• Track and report performance against Merchandise Plans and determine bottom up actions to support top down guidance. 
• Develop profitable entrance and exit strategies with merchandising for new, seasonal and core replacement programs.
• Responsible for forecast accuracy.

Who You Are

• You love to solve problems; a new challenge invigorates you
• You are a great and efficient communicator; good at listening, writing, speaking, and receptive/adaptable to feedback; a collaborative team player
• You possess strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
• You are a self-starter; you can highly function even when processes are vague

We’d love to hear from people with

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of allocation or inventory management in retail environment  
• Proficient plus in Microsoft Excel with an aptitude to learn technical applications quickly
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

What We'll Give You

• Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.
• Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.
• Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.
• Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras
• Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
• Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.
   

$75,000 - $82,000

The salary range posted reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in our Goleta, CA location. Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all of the other beautiful parts of your identity.

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