Senior Marketplace Planner Converse GC

Become part of the Converse Team

Converse is a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after — bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?

Job Accountabilities:

This candidate will be a key driver across multiple functional expertise in Converse Planning Value Stores and will be leading in Forecast Planning, Buying, Promotion and Inventory management. It is an E2E fast-paced direct to consumer role that includes forward looking strategy and portfolio planning, derivation of rolling OTB / pre-season buys, and in-season execution. He/She has to be comfortable working thru uncertainties, and be able to lead cross functional conversations, balancing business KPIs around Revenue, Margin and Inventory. He/She will also work in close partnership with Value GM, in collaboration with functional stakeholders in Finance, Merchandising, Inventory Management and Channel Retail Teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Seasonal Gates
- Pre-Season; Partnership with finance on R/O scenario planning with Read & React, driving focus around key levers
- In-Season Management; Collaboration with team on inventory & promotional plans ensuring our stores deliver against budgeted plans, in line to Revenue, Margin & Inventory targets
- Mid-Range; Working thru inventory dynamics, rolling visibility and operational feasibility to align on OTB and buy plans (skus, depth, md, st%). Partnership with Product/Merchandising on adoption on range of products to serve Value consumers
-Long-Range; CSR planning and AOP/Budgeting with focus around Retail KPIs and Portfolio management

Planning Innovation
- Drive improved visibility in Rolling Stock to Sales Plan to decision making in buy gates
- Partnership with Planning/Supply Chain stakeholders on process and implementation to short-lead time buys
- Collaboration with Merchandising on Rebuy/Seasonal Buy process for CVS – Calendar, SKU Range, Product Needs
- Improve system implementation in allocation and promotional calendar
- Demonstrate flexibility and driving implementation to different areas of focus in lieu of business dynamics and shifts

Team Driver
- Foster effective teamwork, and in connecting the dots between multiple functional areas of expertise
- Driving influence in decision making across different functions, validated thru business vision, strategies and plans
 

Job Qualifications:

• Strong team player and ability to work with cross functional partners and senior management on all aspects of the business. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and influence others in a matrix organization
• Advanced knowledge of MS office applications; proficiency in Excel including creating spreadsheets, complex formulas, pivot tables, etc.
• Knowledge and experience in retail math and merchandising planning.

Converse is more than a company; it’s a worldwide advocate for self-expression. This belief motivates our employees, permeates our working environment and inspires our products. No two of us look or think exactly alike. We are each one-of-a-kind. Individually and as a culture, we have the freedom to create and grow professionally. Generous benefits packages only sweeten the experience. From Boston to Shanghai, from Brand Design to Finance, Converse is a brand that celebrates the unique and creative people of the world. Together, we’re different.