Planning & Buying Analytics Manager

Company: REVOLVE
Location: Cerritos
Posted on: May 8, 2022

Job Description:

Meet REVOLVE:
REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted, premium lifestyle brand, and a go-to online source for discovery and inspiration, we deliver an engaging customer experience from a vast yet curated offering totaling over 45,000 apparel, footwear, accessories and beauty styles. Our dynamic platform connects a deeply engaged community of millions of consumers, thousands of global fashion influencers, and more than 500 emerging, established and owned brands.

Through 16 years of continued investment in technology, data analytics, and innovative marketing and merchandising strategies, we have built a powerful platform and brand that we believe is connecting with the next generation of consumers and is redefining fashion retail for the 21st century. For more information please visit www.revolve.com.

At REVOLVE the most successful team members have a thirst and the creativity to make this the top e-commerce brand in the world. With a team of 1,000+ based out of Cerritos, California we are a dynamic bunch that are motivated by getting the company to the next level. It's our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment. In return, we promise to keep REVOLVE a company where inspired people will always thrive.

To take a behind the scenes look at the REVOLVE "corporate" lifestyle check out our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve.

Are you ready to set the standard for Premium apparel?
Main purpose of the Buying & Planning Analytics Manager role:
The Planning & Buying Analytics Manager leads the planning analytics team that drives sales and buy plans through a consistent focus on studying the business, monitoring inventory and sales performance, and providing analysis necessary to bring in new products to fit the needs of the customer. Ensure that the team tracks sales performance of existing products and assists in the determination of next steps; this includes developing in-season forecasts and future merchandise plans for given segments of the business. Ensure that merchandise financial targets are met including tracking and managing the buy plans and current inventory. This position leverages historical sales data to identify trends and future opportunities to ultimately impact topline sales numbers.

The ideal candidate for the Planning & Buying Analytics Manager position will blend their deep understanding of fashion with their analytical skill set and have strong interpersonal and people skills. They will be a collaborative team player who possesses strong leadership skills, and is able to see the big picture yet is still able to drill down to the detailed level too. Their strong drive and curiosity makes them a self-starter who can drive strategic change as an organizational leader to their direct reports, as well as with their peers and upper management.

Major Responsibilities:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Responsible for ensuring that key financial metrics relating to sales, growth, inventory, and profitability are met on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
Proactively share recaps, insightful analyses, and opportunities with upper management on an ongoing basis
Closely partner with the Buying Teams to ensure constant communication flow of product performance, buying guidance, and facilitate vendor negotiations
Ensure proper action items taken for future merchandise assortments, current inventory management, and pricing opportunities
Analyze historical data and current trends to identify risks and opportunities; compare sales data to company targets and provide action plans to reconcile deviations
Develop, motivate, and inspire team of direct reports
Execute teamwide initiatives and deliver results

Required Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Strong aptitude with numbers and clear understanding of retail math
Strong organizational skills - ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, and meet deadlines and to keep abreast of current and future fashion trends
Ability to communicate persuasively, influentially, and responsibly across a cross-functional team
Excels in team environments and in building / developing strong interpersonal relationships, while maintaining an individual determination to accomplish goals
Ability to demonstrate logical thinking and problem-solving skills multi-tasking, time management, self-motivation, persistence, and takes full ownership of their success
Advanced knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Excel and Office Suite

Minimum Qualifications:
3-5 years of quantitative analytical experience with a proven track record of achieving successful results from data-oriented decision-making
Solid experience with designing and building Excel spreadsheet models
Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree required

Preferred Qualifications:
E-commerce apparel experience
SQL experience a plus
Interest and knowledge in contemporary, aspiring-luxury, and luxury fashion

A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. At REVOLVE we all roll up our sleeves to pitch-in and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Each day is a little different, it's what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day.

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