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Merchandise Planner

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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

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 produces 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, allowing them to maintain a strong connection with their customers. The company aims to provide durable and quality gear while fostering community engagement through initiatives that connect diverse groups with outdoor activities.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Vancouver, Canada

Founded

1989

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

10%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Arc'teryx's strong reputation for quality and durability attracts a loyal customer base, ensuring steady revenue streams.
  • The launch of in-house designed footwear and new store concepts like the 'Alpha' store demonstrate the company's innovative approach to retail and product development.
  • Ambitious sustainability goals, including Net Zero targets, position Arc'teryx as a forward-thinking leader in the outdoor apparel industry.

What critics are saying

  • The premium pricing of Arc'teryx products may limit its market to high-end consumers, potentially restricting growth.
  • Expansion into new product lines, such as footwear, carries the risk of diluting the brand's core focus and expertise.

What makes Arc'teryx Equipment unique

  • Arc'teryx's meticulous design and use of advanced materials ensure superior performance in extreme conditions, setting it apart from competitors.
  • The company's direct-to-consumer model, combined with strategic wholesale partnerships, allows for broad market reach and customer engagement.
  • Initiatives like Walk Gently and Muslim Hikers highlight Arc'teryx's commitment to community engagement and inclusivity, enhancing brand loyalty.