Director, Merch Planning

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic merchandise financial plans to support company profit objectives, including sales, gross margin, and inventory plans.
• Lead the planning and merchandising team by utilizing historical data and current trends to identify risks and capitalize on new opportunities.
• Partner closely with allocation, production, and merchandising teams to ensure product strategies are executed effectively at the store level.
• Manage weekly business reviews, including forecasting, markdown recommendations, and inventory reflowing.
• Lead the buy review process, setting sales, margin, and flow goals to ensure appropriate assortment breadth and depth.
• Train, develop, and manage direct reports to support succession planning and create a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 5-7 years of merchandise planning experience and 7-10 years of total professional work experience.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills with experience in strategic forecasting and financial planning.
• Proven experience leading and developing a team of at least 3 direct reports.
• Excellent project management and communication skills, with the ability to present complex material to senior management.
• Proficiency in planning and allocation systems and advanced Microsoft applications.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• Above-market 401(k) contribution.
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous paid time off.
• Wellbeing support, including Headspace membership and fitness reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement and career growth opportunities.
• Employee discounts on company brands.

About the Company

Tommy Hilfiger is one of the world’s most recognized global lifestyle brands, offering accessible luxury infused with the vibrant spirit of Americana. As part of PVH Corp., we are brand builders dedicated to creating a workplace where every individual is valued and every voice is heard.