Johnny Was, LLC

At Johnny Was, our mission is to inspire free-spirited optimism through beauty, authenticity, comfort and artistic expression. California Dreaming – the ultimate destination for those who love California and the relaxed modern bohemian lifestyle it embodies.

The Allocator/Associate Planner will manage inventory levels and sales plans for assigned merchandise categories, ensuring stores have the optimal amount of product at all times. The Allocator/Associate Planner will oversee end-to-end responsibility from pre-season planning, in-season reforecasting and allocations. The Allocator/Associate Planner will support the develop strategic plans to maximize sales and to meet financial objectives through the analysis of sales trends, sizing, store performance and forecasts.

          

Position Overview:

• Manage merchandise from initial allocation through end-of-life cycle, including replenishment and consolidation of goods to other stores or channels. Manage the monthly liquidation of inventory of all Retail stores and Ecommerce through off-price channels.
• Allocate multiple product categories to retail stores, while ensuring that each location has the right product at the right time.
• Participate in monthly reviews with merchandising and planning to ensure allocations meet sales objectives.
• Manage the basic stock replenishment program, partnering with the Merchandising team to maximize sales and optimizing stock levels in stores.  
• Provide sizing and store analysis to drive sales and margin by store while limiting risk.  
•  Actively participate in the cross functional team and monthly store call to drive the business.

•  Partner with merchants to develop and propose strategy in response to current business trends, advising them on open-to-buy, optimum unit purchasing, etc.

•      Analyze and assess the sales performance of product categories; revise in-season plans accordingly to maximize sales and profitability

• Develops pre-season class plans for sales, inventory, skus and margin in partnership with the Sr Planner and Director of Merchandising.   

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification.  Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different position and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Accountability:

This position is accountable for supporting the Merchandising function as well as the achievement of current and future corporate objectives.   

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong PC proficiency with a strong emphasis in Excel
• 2--4 years' professional experience in corporate retail; experience with an apparel specialty retailer a plus.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; strong aptitude with numbers.
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively with flexibility to shift focus/

  Pay is based on multiple factors, such as qualifications/skills/experience, geography, and state and local wage laws. In addition, bonus and/or commission and benefits including healthcare, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and product discounts may be offered.

  Range for the position is $59,900 - $79,800

  All qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Change Act. This position requires customer interaction and access to funds, merchandise, and private information. The Company reserves the right to withdraw contingent offers of employment on the basis of criminal convictions that may have a direct, adverse, and negative bearing on the ability to perform these job duties.

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What happens next? 
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply! You will receive an email confirming we received your application. We will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or information at any time by accessing your candidate profile.

This Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants based on race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, military and veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making, lawful off-duty use of marijuana, any other characteristic protected by law, or any combination of two or more of the characteristics listed here. If you need an accommodation to complete an online application, please contact the location you are applying to or contact us at 1-888-725-1899.

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