MERCHANDISE PLANNING SPECIALIST - HYBRID - TAMPA/FT MYERS REGION, FL

CITY Furniture is a leading furniture company in South Florida with over 50 years of experience. The Merchandise Planning Specialist's primary role is to maximize sales and profitability through efficient planning and optimization of showroom product assortment, while collaborating with various internal teams.ResponsibilitiesParticipates in showroom tours by region with merchants, visual, and sales teams to evaluate product performance, and address gaps or opportunities in merchandising strategiesCompiles showroom performance data to review with the sales management team to solicit feedback and gain showroom level insights in product performancePresents recommendations to the merchandising team to keep, drop or replace items in the assortment based on showroom performance analysisGenerates showroom merchandising project scope and CAD layout plans for assortment optimization projects and coordinates execution with the visual project managerAllocates store space effectively based on the assortment's performance by style, and product categoriesProduces product transition plans tailored for different store locations based on localized sales performance, by category, style, and selling group to support merchandising goals, and initiativesEvaluates and optimizes the product assortment by region through analyzing various aspects of the assortment to ensure that it aligns with the company's goals, customer preferences, and market trendsAnalyzes historical sales data of product selling groups to identify top-performing items, slow movers, and underperforming productsRecognizes seasonal variations and emerging trends to adjust the assortment accordingly and capitalize on market opportunitiesCreates showroom revenue per square foot by style CAD diagrams to evaluate performance, style adjacencies, and layout effectivenessUpdates and maintains the showroom product CAD layouts and product CAD librarySupports the planning and executing of new store opening projects, and showroom remodel projectsAdheres to all assigned Standard Work and Role and Responsibilities for your roleAdditional duties may be assigned as needed, beyond those listed in the responsibilitiesSkillsBachelor's Degree in Merchandising, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or relevant field of study required1 to 2 years of related experience preferredExperience in a retail environment, merchandising, category management, space planning preferredAbility to work flexible schedule including evenings, and weekends, and holidays as necessaryUp to 10% of travel, overnight stays as neededProlonged sitting in office settingProlonged walking and standing during showroom toursOccasional lifting up to 40 lbsKnowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (i.e. Excel, Word, and Outlook, etc.)Google Suite (i.e. Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)Advanced Excel SkillsAutodesk AutoCADValid Florida Driver's license1 to 2 years of related experience preferredExperience in a retail environment, merchandising, category management, space planning preferredBenefitsCompetitive and Transparent CompensationVisibility into all Associate-level pay ranges within your departmentOpportunity for performance-based and profit sharing bonusesPaid Vacation & Sick TimePaid Parental leaveOpportunity for Flexible Work Environment and Schedule (varies by department and role)Community involvement and volunteer opportunitiesHealth BenefitsFree virtual healthcare services (for Associates enrolled in our medical plans)Medical options include Employer-funded HSA optionsVision to support your eye health and well-being100% Employer-paid Dental option available to all AssociateEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Life & Disability Insurance 100% employer-sponsored optionsVoluntary Insurance (Accident, Hospital, Critical Care, etc.)Retirement Benefits401(k) - once enrolled, Associates are 100% vested with discretionary Company MatchRoth 401K OptionFinancial Wellness webinarsGrowth Opportunities90% Promote from WithinAccess to various training for professional developmentIndividual Development Plan (IDP) (varies by department)Associate Purchase Discount ProgramCompany OverviewCity Furniture, Inc. operates furniture stores. It was founded in 1970, and is headquartered in Tamarac, Florida, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.cityfurniture.com.



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