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What is the role of a Director of Merchandise Planning at Alex and Ani?

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Director of Merchandise Planning job near me in New York at Alex and Ani

Location: US Remote (ET hours)

Role Type: Full-time | Exempt

Reports To: SVP Strategy

Overview:

Alex and Ani is in an exciting phase of growth, operating with the pace and agility of a scaling business while leveraging the foundation of an established consumer brand.

We’re seeking a hands-on Director of Merchandise Planning to lead inventory and demand planning across all channels, including Direct-to-Consumer (DTC), Amazon (US, CA, MX), and wholesale partners. This role will serve as the lead planner for the business, owning forecasting, inventory management, and Open-to-Buy (OTB) processes while leveraging contract resources for tactical support and building scalable systems and organizational capabilities for long-term growth.

This role is central to driving profitable growth by ensuring the right products are available in the right place at the right time. The Director will balance immediate execution with long-term function-building, including positioning the company to take advantage of emerging AI-powered planning capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Demand Forecasting & Inventory Planning

Develop and maintain accurate, data-driven forecasts across all channels (DTC, Amazon marketplaces, wholesale)
Analyze historical sales, trends, seasonality, and market dynamics to inform demand plans
Translate forecasts into actionable inventory plans that balance service levels, turnover, and margin

Inventory & Channel Planning

Own inventory health across channels, minimizing stockouts and excess inventory
Manage inventory allocation strategies across regions and channels to maximize sell-through and profitability
Partner with supply chain and operations teams to align on production, replenishment, and lead times

Open-to-Buy (OTB) Management

Assist merchandising in running monthly OTB process, including budget planning, tracking, and adjustments
Partner with merchandising and finance to align OTB to financial targets and assortment strategies
Provide visibility into risks and opportunities, proactively recommending actions

Systems, Reporting & Process Improvement

Evaluate and improve planning tools, reporting, and operational workflows
Build scalable processes for forecasting, inventory management, and OTB planning
Identify opportunities for automation and operational efficiency, including emerging AI-enabled planning capabilities where appropriate
Develop internal frameworks for measuring AI tool performance and adoption, ensuring new capabilities are embedded into day-to-day planning workflows

Channel & Market Planning

Develop tailored planning strategies for each channel (DTC, Amazon US/CA/MX, wholesale) based on unique demand drivers and constraints
Collaborate with marketplace and wholesale leads to incorporate partner promotions and align forecasts with partner expectations and growth plans

Qualifications:

8-12+ years of experience in merchandise planning, demand planning, or inventory management within DTC ecomm, retail, fashion, accessories, lifestyle, jewelry, or consumer brands
Experience in multi-channel environments (DTC, Amazon/marketplaces, and wholesale)
Strong expertise in forecasting methodologies, inventory optimization, and OTB management
Proven ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced environment
Experience evaluating or implementing AI-based planning or demand forecasting tools preferred
Experience building or scaling planning functions, processes, or systems preferred
Advanced analytical skills; proficiency in Excel and Looker
Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills

What Success Looks Like:

Improved forecast accuracy and inventory productivity across channels
Healthy inventory levels across all channels with reduced excess and stockouts
A structured, reliable monthly OTB process
Scalable planning systems and processes in place, with a clear AI tool roadmap
A clear roadmap and foundation for building a high-performing planning team

Director of Merchandise Planning in New York at Alex and Ani

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