Senior Merchandise Planner (Purchasing Analyst)

SENIOR MERCHANDISE PLANNER (PURCHASING ANALYST)

At Bootlegger, our Merchandise Planner works closely with buying and allocation, acting as the financial backbone of the cross functional team.

Merchandise Planners develop department and category plans in dollars and units by month, quarter, season, and year in partnership with their merchants. The planners are ultimately responsible for setting the plan and are accountable for meeting sales and profitability targets while managing inventory responsibly.

What's in it for you

• Hybrid work environment with the flexibility to work remotely two days per week
• Expand your closet with 50% off regular priced product across our brands: Bootlegger, Ricki's and Cleo
• Casual day - everyday! Our fashionably casual dress code allows you to be comfortable at work while showing off our latest looks
• Growth Opportunities - access to unlimited e-learning, professional development reimbursement, ongoing training and development, career advancement opportunities
• Paid sick and personal days allotted annually
• Complete benefits package including extended health, dental, vision care, life insurance, disability coverage, mental health and life wellness supports
• Our corporate office, which we call our Service Office, is a modern workspace with lots of natural light, outdoor green space, collaborative meeting spaces, and sit/stand desks

What you'll be a part of

• Accountable for building department/class/subclass plans to support nation-wide merchandise strategy to support sales and profit objectives of the business. Oversees the development of specific business plans, including execution, reporting, monitoring and budget management.
• Plans portfolio by creating pre-season dollar and unit plans and manages business in- season to fund sales and trade inventory.
• Responsible for markdowns and promotional plans for specific business unit.
• Directs team to ensure optimal outbound inventory flow to support business plan; identifying and escalating sales risks; influences inbound flow with merchants and business partners.
• Mentors and guides allocation analyst to execute the merchant vision in store.
• Proactively works with merchant partners to continuously analyze business and provide recommendations.
• Assisting in the preparation of financial and store analysis as required.
• Collaborates with affiliated banners to share trends, knowledge, risks, opportunities, and differentiation plans.

The right fit

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or Retail preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience in Retail Planning & Allocation preferred.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office applications - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Experience with Aptos Planning software and Query Designer is an asset, but not required.
• Solid understanding of financial planning, business tools and reports to make business recommendations.
• Highly effective prioritization, multi-tasking, and time management skills to meet deliverables.
• Strong problem-solving skills including analysis of information (i.e. requirements; description of problems); provide solutions with cost implications to effectively resolve issues and execute strategic solutions.
• Knowledge of the Canadian retail landscape and market trends to develop future merchandise strategies and capture market share.
• Energetic, self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and results oriented.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven team player who is both flexible and adaptable.
• Embodies Bootlegger's core values; Trust, Teamwork, Passion, Entrepreneurship and Growth.

Excited to join our team? Apply today!

About us

Since 1971, Bootlegger has been a trusted, Canadian destination for denim. Our mission is to be the best place for jeans in Canada where you will find the perfect fit, quality, and value.With stores coast to coast, an ecommerce business, and millions of jeans later, we continue our devotion to denim innovation in design, fabric, and washes, and provide everything that goes with jeans. At Bootlegger, we have a passionate commitment to creating genuine connections with our customers and our community. Above all, our core purpose is to make people feel great!

Our Core Values

TRUST - We have integrity.TEAMWORK - Teamwork makes the dream work.PASSION - We love what we do & do what we love.ENTREPRENEURSHIP - Own it!GROWTH - Progress is the heartbeat of growth!

Inclusivity Commitment

At Bootlegger we are all about helping people look and feel great. Feeling great doesn't just have to do with what we wear, it's also about feeling welcomed and included. Bootlegger and our team members are committed to ensuring all people feel welcomed in our stores and office and that our differences are appreciated and celebrated.

Community Involvement

Bootlegger is a proud supporter of United Way Centraide Canada. United Way supports agencies and programs that help kids be all they can be, move families out of poverty, and build healthier communities all across Canada.

Bootlegger is an equal opportunity employer. If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodations are available upon request. We will consult with the applicant to provide or arrange suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicants accessibility needs.

The Bootlegger Team sincerely appreciates all expressed interest, however only those candidates qualifying for interviews will be contacted.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program
• Work from home

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Leadership: 1 year (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Winnipeg, MB R3T 1N6 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Winnipeg, MB R3T 1N6: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person