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LOFT creates modern, feminine, versatile clothing for women with one common style goal: to look and feel confident wherever the day takes them. We empower women to find their authentic self-expression because feeling like yourself is always in style.

Here at LOFT, we're busy styling the careers and supporting the lives of everyday optimists just like you. Express your authentic self and experience endless inspiration, all while enjoying the opportunities and benefits that help you get the most from your career, life, and wardrobe.

Location Planner - LOFT

About the role

The Location Planner works in partnership with internal brand partners and Accenture to develop pre-season sales plans at the location level to influence the Merchandise & Assortment Planning Processes with a goal of optimizing margin opportunities at the location/department/class level. This work continues in-season where sales plan re-trending is done based on recent selling trends at the location level which directly influences the Allocation Planning & Execution processes. The Location Planner will also own the plans for real estate (New, Closing, Re-Modeled) stores and be the key interface point for the field organization when reviewing stores during monthly/quarterly/seasonal store review cycles across each business.

The impact you can have

• Lead and manage the Pre-Season planning process across the organization that gathers and analyzes the inputs to build out the Location Planning forecast. This includes planning for real estate locations and partnering with the field organization around store opportunities.
• Lead and manage the In-Season process that makes sales trend adjustments based on the latest selling behavior, influencing store allocations that are aligned to customer demand.
• Collaborate on solutions with a cross functional team including Accenture Managed Services, Merchandise Planning, Allocation, Merchandising, Merchandise Planning & Allocation Center of Excellence, and the Brand Field Organization to build and optimize the Localized Plan.
• Measure forecast accuracy and create baseline benchmarks by department/class to track overall improvement and margin benefits.

You’ll bring to the role

• •Bachelor’s degree required, Plus 2-4 years Merchandise Planning / Location Planning / Allocation / Inventory Management Experience.
• Proficiency in Excel required. (Preference for Access knowledge)
• JDA Allocation & Planning experience is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, meet deadlines and remain flexible.
• Ability to work independently and as part of team.
• Ability to influence business leaders.
• Attention to detail & sense of urgency.  Strong organizational skills.
• Strong Process & Operational Acumen.
• Problem solving capabilities as part of larger team. Continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical thinking & demonstrated high curiosity levels about the business.

Benefits

• Merchandise discount at our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Ann Taylor, LOFT, Talbots, Haven Well Within & Lane Bryant (in store and online) 
• Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands   
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities*  
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K)* 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time off – paid time off & holidays*
• The target salary range for this role is: $73,000-80,000*

*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.

This position works in a hybrid model, with three days per week worked in our New York City (Times Square Tower) office location and two days per week worked remotely. 

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Location:

Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law.

 The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process please contact myHRSupport@ascenaretail.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.