Manager-Assortment Planning
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Manager of Assortment Planning Overview: The Manager of
Assortment Planning is responsible for managing a specific division
(within Consumables or Discretionary) and leading a team of
Assortment Planners. The role involves translating business
strategies into tactical assortment plans and driving performance
across the division, ensuring that key financial metrics are
achieved. Key Responsibilities: Division Management: Own the
assortment planning strategy and execution for a specific division,
working closely with Merchandising, Finance, and Inventory teams.
Team Leadership: Manage a team of Assortment Planners, ensuring
effective execution of assortment planning processes and goals.
Strategic Execution: Translate high-level business strategies into
detailed assortment plans that align with division objectives and
consumer needs. Process Improvement: Continuously refine assortment
planning processes to increase efficiency, reduce manual effort,
and drive better decision-making. Technology Integration: Partner
with internal teams to ensure the effective use of assortment
planning tools, driving alignment between Anaplan and PowerBI
dashboards for optimal reporting and decision support. Performance
Accountability: Track and monitor division-level KPIs, ensuring
assortment plans are delivering on sales, margin, and inventory
productivity goals. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in
Business, Merchandising, Finance, Marketing, Analytics, or related
field. 5 years of experience in Assortment Planning, Merchandising,
Merchandise Planning or related roles. 3 years of experience
managing teams or projects in a retail or merchandising
environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with
experience using planning tools.
Keywords: , Portsmouth , Manager-Assortment Planning, Retail - All , Chesapeake, Virginia
