Now Hiring - Russell Tobin & Associates - Senior Retail Planning Manager in New York, NY

Full description of the position

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Senior Retail Planning Manager to analyzesales and inventory data to optimize replenishment and drive growth across stores. This role will be on contract for the next 7 months and in office only; some travel may be required. Schedule: Monday to Friday 8AM-5PM Contract: 7 Months Role Accountabilities:

• Analyze topline, category, and location-level sales data alongside inventory levels to identify replenishment needs for North American wholesale retailers--aiming to drive sales growth, reduce returns, and maintain optimal weeks of supply (WOS).
• Produce weekly reports and conduct comparative analyses of sales performance by retailer, franchise, and product category to uncover insights, assess risks, and identify growth opportunities; highly proficient in NetSuite and Looker.
• Manage sales-to-stock ratios; partner with retailers on reorders and returns. Oversee inventory flow, including phase-ins, phase-outs, discontinuations, and limited-life SKUs.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Finance, and Commercial teams to develop retail sales strategies, including bottoms-up SKU-level planning and account-level open-to-buy (OTB) planning.
• Support the Director of Retail Planning in NPD forecasting by managing the full forecasting process and submitting accurate projections.
• Partner with Demand Planning to align sell-in forecasts with dashboard KPIs, ensuring consistency across demand, supply, and financial targets.
• Build strong partnerships with Supply Chain to support shipment tracking and ensure on-time deliveries.
• Own and manage New Door Opening profiles.
• Maintain close cross-functional collaboration with merchandising, e-commerce, planning, education, field, and marketing teams; support account teams in retailer-facing meetings.
• Lead ad hoc reporting efforts to address evolving business needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of seven years' experience in retail management or supervisory roles within retail environments.
• Must be able to work in an office setting. Occasional travel may be required.
• Must be able to paint a comprehensive picture of findings that will be a catalyst for positive change.
• The ability to effectively communicate is the key to success.
• Knowledge of retail math/retail analytics and basic Inventory Management.
• Strong Microsoft Excel Skills (vlookups, embedded formulas, pivot tables, and report building are a must), ability to build macros and query databases.
• Able to conduct qualitative and quantitative research and analysis.
• Strong team player.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize all deadlines in an accelerated environment.
• Focus on solutions, drive change, and thrive in a quick-moving, evolving startup culture. KK Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $57.00 - $64.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Experience:
• Retail Planning: 7 years (Preferred)
• research and analysis: 5 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute:
• New York, NY 10013 (Required) Work Location: In person