
JR. MERCHANDISE PLANNER NF3
- Develops and ensures accuracy of seasonal merchandise financial plans down to the store level in the Statistical Analysis System or SAS, the internal planning system based on agreed upon goals with the Buyer, Divisional Merchandise Manager and General Merchandise Manager (GMM).
- Executes reporting that provides senior management with snapshots of actual performance by all plan components on a daily/weekly/monthly basis.
- Gathers pertinent data to evaluate needs; conducts historical and trend research, reviews reports, and directives. Conducts and organizes portions of analytical studies and analyses for MCCS retail programs and services. Makes recommendations on corrective actions and conducts follow up meetings.
- Works with Replenishment Analysts and Planogram Specialists to ensure accuracy and appropriate execution of replenishment and planograms in accordance with financial goals. Reviews initial product category setup of automatic replenishment as well as periodic maintenance reviews and call to attention any significant variances that would risk plan achievement.
- Conducts presentations using a variety of techniques and methods. Prepares correspondence, briefs, action documents, routing sheets, point papers, slide presentations and training sessions.
- Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists partners and communicates positively in a friendly manner.
- Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise.
- Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.
- May work a fluctuating work schedule to complete work assignments outside of the typical work week and work hours.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
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EVALUATIONS:
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Retail Merchandise Management, Business Administration, or a related field appropriate to the work of position AND at least one year of experience demonstrating the execution of pre-season merchandise plans, departmental open to buys and analysis against all merchandise plan components throughout a fiscal year, OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above. Skill to plan and develop pre-season strategy for seasonal merchandise financial plans to include reference sales volume, inventory turn, gross margins, receipts, markdowns, and markups.
Ability to become familiar and comply with DoD, Department of the Navy, and Marine Corps directives, policies, and regulations covering retail operations.
Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, and Power Point.
Additional information
GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.
- Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:
• Stability of Federal Civilian Service
• People with passion for doing work that matters
• Quality of Work Life Balance
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefit Packages
• Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Conditions of Employment
- See Duties and Qualifications
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Retail Merchandise Management, Business Administration, or a related field appropriate to the work of position AND at least one year of experience demonstrating the execution of pre-season merchandise plans, departmental open to buys and analysis against all merchandise plan components throughout a fiscal year, OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above. Skill to plan and develop pre-season strategy for seasonal merchandise financial plans to include reference sales volume, inventory turn, gross margins, receipts, markdowns, and markups.
Ability to become familiar and comply with DoD, Department of the Navy, and Marine Corps directives, policies, and regulations covering retail operations.
Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, and Power Point.
Additional information
GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.