Planner Analyst—Fashion Industry Job at Will Leather Goods in Portland

Will Leather Goods is a wholesale distributor for NIKE Accessories and Will Leather Goods , specializing in premium belts, wallets, bags, and SLGs. We partner with retailers, boutiques, and specialty stores across the country, offering well-crafted accessories designed for today’s market. Our mission is to deliver high-quality products while building long-term partnerships with customers.

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Planner / Analys t is responsible for supporting merchandise planning, inventory optimization, sales forecasting, and business strategy execution. Working closely with buyers, merchandisers, and supply chain teams, the Planner / Analyst uses data-driven insights to ensure the right product is in the right place at the right time, optimizing profitability and minimizing stock risks—to increase revenue, growth, and profits.

The Planner / Analyst supports sales executives’ management of wholesale business against the sales goal, identifies business opportunities, and manages inventory forecasts and allocates against the plan, providing detailed support, sales analysis, meeting preparation, and customer management to increase fulfillment .

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Sales & Inventory Analysis :

• Analyze historical sales, current trends, and market data to inform planning decisions.
• Monitor performance at style, category, and channel levels to identify opportunities and risks.
• Create and maintain weekly / monthly reports and dashboards for senior management.
• Assortment & Merchandise Planning :
• Collaborate with buyers and merchandisers to develop pre-season plans, including sales, margin, and inventory targets.
• Support the creation of assortment plans that align with financial goals and fashion trends .
• Ensure plans reflect current buying strategies, seasonality, and promotional activity.

Demand Forecasting :

Inventory Management :

Cross-functional Collaboration :

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