Product – Senior Director/Director, Product Planning

Job title:

Product – Senior Director/Director, Product Planning

Company

Aritzia

Job description

THE TEAMThe mission of the Planning Department is to build the corporate sales and inventory plan to drive the business entrepreneurially and methodically.THE OPPORTUNITYAritzia is growing and our Planning team is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for developing assortment plans that maximize sales and minimize risk. As the Director/Sr. Director of Planning, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring we are carrying over the highest potential product while meeting our function plan by sales channel. You will run and continuously improve the infinite stock process used to stack rank styles and determine what is eligible to reorder or carry over. In this role you will partner cross-functionally across Planning, Buying, D&A, Merchants, Integration and more. You have a passion for product and numbers. And, with people at the heart of everything we do, you will support your high-potential people to grow rewarding careers at Aritzia—while enjoying one yourself.THE ROLEAs the Sr. Director/Director of Planning, you will lead the team to:

• Define and deliver Aritzia’s carryover management approach
• Build, manage, and ensure cross-functional buy-in of Aritzia’s assortment carryover process
• Own reporting of in-business processes
• Oversee the carryover lifecycle process
• Work with the appropriate Business Support partners to seamlessly lead the day-to-day function of the department in support of corporate objectives, while enabling progressive career development and an incredible employee experience.

THE QUALIFICATIONSThe Sr. Director/Director of Planning has:

• Proven and best-in-class skills, education, and/or applicable certifications in:

• 10+ years of retail merchandise planning experience
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel)

• Comfortable with building complex Excel models
• Highly skilled in cross-functional relationship management
• A commitment to learn, apply, champion, and enrich Aritzia’s Values and Business and People Leadership principles
• The skills to collaborate strategically with cross-functional partners in the pursuit of shared business outcomes
• The ability to set clear objectives and design a strategy that inspires the team
• A dedication to quality and investing in results and new business opportunities that add value
• A deep understanding and commitment for the industry in which we operate

THE COMPENSATIONThe typical hiring range for this position is $150,000 to $250,000 CAD per year. The final agreed upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Additionally, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity.We are always looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed upon [salary/wage] may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.Aritzia’s Everyday Luxury compensation package goes beyond the base salary with endless growth and recognition opportunities through our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits, aspirational workspaces and elevated employee perks and experiences — we provide it all.THE PERKSSome of the industry-leading benefits you will receive working at Aritzia:

• Product Discount — Maybe you’ve heard of our famous product discount? Or our exclusive private shopping events? You have now.

• A-OK Commissary & Cafe — Everyday Luxury dining, exclusive to Aritzia. Our in-house bistro and cafe is a private oasis where employees can enjoy curated, subsidized Everyday Luxury dining.

• The SET — Our in-office fitness studio and gym with state-of-the-art equipment, custom-created classes and optional personal training. Open 7 days a week, it works out well.

• Aritzia Virtual Wellness — Because your health, happiness and safety matter, we provide 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals, whether they’re physical, mental, social or financial.

• Aspirational Workplace — Our offices are specially designed to be spaces of creativity, productivity and inspiration. They’re also dog friendly. Woof.

• Amenities — Additional amenities include a private parent’s room, shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences, bike rooms and more.

• The Extras — We also offer a multitude of other perks like dry-cleaning, hotel and restaurant discounts, self-care promos and on-site medical care.

ARITZIAAritzia is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic.Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture Team.

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Location

Vancouver, BC

Job date

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 06:55:37 GMT

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