Full-Time

Merchandise Planner

Posted on 8/7/2024

Arc'teryx Equipment

Arc'teryx Equipment

1,001-5,000 employees

Premium outdoor apparel and gear provider

Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$80k - $100kAnnually

Mid

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Hybrid role based out of North Vancouver office.

Category
Inventory Management
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Sales
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • You have a University degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent experience
  • You have 3+ years of experience in merchandise planning or inventory management in a vertical retail business
  • You have previous experience in a Direct-To-Consumer capacity (retail or ecommerce)
  • You have proven experience creating and analyzing reports and have a high level of comfort working with large quantities of data
  • You have advanced skills in Excel
Responsibilities
  • Building top-down multi channel Pre-season merchandise plans by region, market, gender, category that support our Strategic Business Plan (SBP) growth strategies
  • Owning the reconciliation of bottoms-up merchandise/buying plans back up to finance budgets
  • Partnering with the merchant team to develop and communicate an assortment strategy that considers opportunities by model/SKU, region, gender and category and multi channel opportunities
  • Developing and implementing sales solutions for inventory optimization through allocation and markdown recommendations
  • Performing in season analyses to ensure that there is enough product available to meet stretch sales targets and merchandise standards, and communicating to the appropriate teams when deviations occur
  • Maximizing sales by understanding sales trends and opportunities; planning SKU level assortment and revising in-season plans for sales and profitability while maintaining healthy sell-thru and managing OTB
  • Controlling seasonal flow strategies by collaborating with the Allocations Team
  • Identifying product opportunities and/or risks with your portfolio and providing recommendations to the inventory and exit strategy team for review and actioning
  • Analyzing the historical data, trending information and other available data on product, country, region and channel to develop and maintain an accurate forecast at SKU level by season, period and beyond
  • Owning the forecast accuracy and its continuous improvement for the responsible portfolio
  • Supporting inventory requirements to achieve revenue expectations targets per region, channel, and order type while minimizing global excess inventory
  • Collaborating with the Merchandising Team on future product launch preliminary forecasts
  • Collaborating with the Supply Planning team to confirm supply availability to meet demand projections and adjust the forecast as needed in consideration of supply chain constraints while minimizing or eliminating negative business impacts
  • Upholding Fair Labor Association’s Workplace Code of Conduct and Principles of Fair Labor and Responsible Sourcing, throughout the Arc’teryx supply chain

Arc'teryx specializes in high-performance outdoor apparel and gear for activities like mountain running, hiking, and climbing. Their products are designed with advanced materials and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring they perform well in extreme conditions. Unlike many competitors, Arc'teryx focuses on technical excellence and direct-to-consumer sales, which allows them to maintain a strong connection with their customers. The company aims to provide durable and quality gear for adventure enthusiasts while fostering community engagement through initiatives like Muslim Hikers, promoting inclusivity in outdoor activities.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Vancouver, Canada

Founded

1989

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Sustainable material innovations align with growing consumer demand for eco-friendly products.
  • Collaborative collections with fashion brands expand market reach and brand appeal.
  • Expansion into urban outdoor wear taps into a growing trend for city-friendly functionality.

What critics are saying

  • High-priced items like $5,000 AI-powered e-Pants may alienate cost-conscious customers.
  • Increased competition from collaborations could dilute Arc'teryx's focus on technical excellence.
  • Expansion into new retail locations may strain resources and lead to inefficiencies.

What makes Arc'teryx Equipment unique

  • Arc'teryx excels in high-performance gear for extreme conditions, ensuring reliability and durability.
  • The brand's meticulous design and advanced materials set it apart in the outdoor apparel market.
  • Arc'teryx's direct-to-consumer model enhances customer engagement and brand loyalty.

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Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

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