Associate Location Planner

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Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners (merchandising, planning, visual) to determine store eligibility for each buy season, aligning with strategic and financial goals.
  • Provide actionable recommendations on product assortment, manage fixture requests and layout shifts, and validate store blueprints with visual teams.
  • Support implementation and training for new assortment planning tools.
  • Highlight key assortment and fixture updates that support financial performance.
  • Conduct detailed box productivity reviews at multiple levels to uncover insights and drive improvements for future seasons.
  • Analyze product performance and recommend optimal solutions when facing space or fixture constraints.
  • Deliver insightful analysis to cross-functional partners that supports growth initiatives, special projects, and evolving business needs.
  • Conduct ad hoc analyses to support both tactical and strategic decision-making, offering clear direction and actionable recommendations to stakeholders.
  • Partner with the Planning team to quantify the business impact of strategic initiatives and assortment changes.
  • Streamline processes and enhance reporting efficiency by automating recurring reports and leveraging business intelligence tools such as Tableau.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 1-2+ years in a corporate retail environment (e.g., retail buying, planning, finance, etc.)
  • Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Self-Starter with strong analytical skills to interpret large datasets and draw actionable insights.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to analyze data to problem-solve across the organization.
  • Inquisitive mindset with a natural desire to learn and explore new trends to drive business results.

Nice-to-haves

  • Tableau experience
  • Experience with Anaplan or similar systems is a plus.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with changing priorities.

Benefits

  • Career Development programs including Carter's University and mentorship programs.
  • Inclusive work environment that nurtures growth and teamwork.
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