Job Description

DESCRIPTION:

The Planning Analyst is responsible for tactical management of Purchase Orders - tracking purchase orders from creation of order to receipt in Warehouse. Monitor inventory levels to maximize stock position and minimize unproductive inventory at the product level working with the Merchandise Planner to ensure that approved strategies and financial goals are achieved.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Generate Purchase Orders with guidance from the Merchandise Planner.
• Use financial and quantitative information to optimize inventory receipt flow to adhere to warehouse receiving constraints.
• Partner with vendors to optimize shipping parameters based on business needs.
• Maintain forecasts and ordering constraints for all vendors and items.
• Track and manage open Purchase Orders and regularly follow up with Vendors on shipping status.
• Report on late shipments and work with Sourcing and Buying to resolve any ongoing issues.
• Work with Planner to monitor sales and inventory levels and adjust purchase orders accordingly to drive sales and profitability.
• Create and generate reports, analyses, and scenarios to drive inventory strategy decisions, understand trends, and facilitate planning team deliverables.
• Generate and analyze weekly, monthly, quarterly, and seasonal sales reporting.
• Analyze historical and current trends to identify risks and opportunities; partner with Manager to develop an action plan to achieve department goals.
• Assist Planner with executing markdown and promotional strategies and store replenishment.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent business experience
• Minimum 1 year of experience in inventory analysis, planning, allocation, or buying
• High proficiency in Excel
• Thorough understanding of retail math
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated and able to work in an ever-changing environment with efficiency and accuracy

Company Description

Arhaus offers original handcrafted designs at 70+ privately owned and operated store locations in the U.S. and online at arhaus.com. Headquartered in Boston Heights, Ohio, we collaborate with skilled artisans from around the world to create (and recreate) pieces that reflect many cultures, from Italy to Indonesia. The end result is an eclectic mix of designs that are exclusive to our stores and the website. Today, nearly 50 percent the product assortment is made of recycled material—everything from glass, to metals like copper and reclaimed wood from buildings no longer standing and vessels no longer set sail. Timbers are either reclaimed or sustainably sourced. A Port City Called Arhus: The Danish port city Århus (pronounced ohr-HOOSE) inspired the name. John came across Arhus on a map and took an immediate liking. After a few minor modifications, “Arhaus” represented the warmth and luxury of the then (and now) home furnishings offered. Store Footprint: Stores average 20,000+ sq. ft. and are filled with one-of-a-kind handcrafted home furnishings reflective of a distinct global point-of-view. Product Assortment: Sofas, sectionals and statement chairs, outdoor furnishings, dining tables and chairs, buffets and hutches, rugs and specialty floor coverings, bedroom and office furniture, bedding, accent pillows and throws, and seasonal accessories. – less