Merchandise & Planning Analyst at knix

Knix is an award-winning intimate apparel and activewear brand that is re-inventing intimates for real life. Through our innovative products and our engaged community, we are empowering people everywhere to be unapologetically free.  Launched in 2013, we are one of the fastest-growing intimate apparel brands in North America and are globally recognized as an innovator within the apparel space.  We reach over 3 million customers through our online stores, Knix retail locations across North America and channels such as wholesale and Amazon.  We are revolutionizing the apparel industry with our best-in-class customer experience, innovative products and brands Knix and Kt by Knix.  Come join us if you are looking for a purpose-driven and authentic career! The USA Merchandise & Planning Analyst at Knix you will work closely with the Merchandising, Planning and Allocation team while reporting directly to the USA Logistics Manager.  You will play a pivotal role in data coordination, store allocation, purchase order creation and management for the US market.  About You: • About YouOmni channel savvy • Experience in the US market Consumer-centric, who balances qualitative and quantitative insights • Entrepreneurial, strategic, and results oriented • Clear communicator who collaborates with cross-functional partners • Detail oriented with strong organizational skillsFlexible and autonomous in a fast-paced, high-growth environment • Above all, you’re proactive, positive, and inspired by Knix, Kt, Mntd and our mission! The Opportunity: • Assortment Planning: Support the merchandising team in developing product strategies and assortments for the US market. Support the setup and maintenance of assortment plans. • Item Creation and Maintenance: Assist in creating SKUs and UPCs. Maintain SKU attributes across platforms and reconcile any discrepancies. • Purchase Order Creation and Management: Handling the export and upload of purchase orders. Collaborate with the Sourcing team on PO adjustments. Maintain and manage all in bound US PO’s • US Retail Allocation: Manage the cluster template for US retail stores. Manage and execute US store allocation. Be an expert and advocate for US store fronts. • US DC Inventory Management: Leverage data and forecasting skills to optimize US DC inventory for both core and seasonal product categories. Including balancing inventory between GEO’s. • Documentation and Reporting: Update weekly reports and manage launch guides. Attend and contribute to monthly forecasting meetings. • Other Duties: Manage market research, ad-hoc reporting, and miscellaneous projects as needed. Connect weekly with Senior Director Planning and Allocation to maintain global insight. Bring US insights to each connection point. Qualifications: • 5+ years within the omni channel Buying and Planning work streams • Strong analytical skills, ability to analyze and utilize financial measurements including: sales, gross margin, receipt flow, OTB, etc. to impact the business • ERP management experience • Demonstrate ability to build and maintain productive and cohesive relationships with peers and cross-functional teams • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities • Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines, multi-task and complete projects on time • Previous experience in merchandising, product management, or related roles, preferably in the apparel industry • Intermediate knowledge of Excel (VLOOKUPS, Pivot Tables) and experience with merchandising software/tools (e.g., retail planning systems, product lifecycle management software • Strong analytical skills and proficiency in retail math How we Hire Our people are what make Knix, Knix! Our people are passionate and have a strong belief in our mission. Our people are naturally curious and ambitious by nature. Employees feel respected and supported at Knix. We take an inclusive and equitable approach offering the same interview experience to every candidate we meet with. Knix is an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate everyone and their intersecting identities. We know and believe that diverse and inclusive teams empower us to make better decisions and inspire innovation so that we can better serve our customers and community. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out! We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.