Neiman Marcus Group is a relationship business that leads with love in everything we do—for our customers, associates, brand partners, and communities. Our legacy of innovating and our culture of Belonging guide our roadmap for Revolutionizing Luxury Experiences.

Your Role As a Merchandise Planner , y ou will be reporting to a Manager of Merchandise Planning and have responsibility over a category/group of categories of business , with direct ownership over a designated area.

What You’ll Do

Manage all phases of financial planning and partner with Manager, DMMs & B uyers to develop and execute pre-season plans, purchase plans and in-season forecast/open-to-buy
Partner with Manager and Buyers to develop and execute strategies to deliver on sales, margin and inventory targets
Exhibit strong organizational skills and a keen attention to detail and accuracy
Show urgency and respond quickly to changes in business needs or trends
Manage inventory content and aging to accurately quantify markdown cost and timing
Manage brand sales and margin performance, partnering with Buyers on season-end negotiations
Show aptitude for reporting, analysis and creation of ad hoc reporting; coupled with presentation of analysis and strategic action - plans
Proactively synthesiz e and distill key data-based recomm endations & present to Manager, Buyers & DMM.

What You Bring

Minimum 2 -3 + years of planning experience for online and in-store settings 
Minimum 2 -3 + years of o pen - to -b uy ownership
Minimum 2 -3 + years of Microsoft Excel experience (certification is a plus) 
Relationship management with a customer focus
Effective communication skills- ability to distill key takeaways in executive recaps & ability to effectively present and communicate with key stakeholders
Strong organization, leadership, management, and customer service skills
Self-motivation and action/ results-oriented mindset
Aptitude for problem solving & self-starter qualities
Entrepreneurial spirit & strategic thinking to achieve goals; strong drive for results

Inclusive Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits, including wellness and healthy lifestyle support, for associates, spouses, domestic partners, and children
Flexible Spending Account for eligible medical and dependent (day care) expenses
Disability Benefits, including Short-Term Disability providing income replacement up to 26 weeks
16 weeks Paid Parental Leave, 2 weeks of Paid Family Leave, and Adoption Support of $10,000
Paid Time Off, including 6 paid holidays, flexible time off for vacations and personal time, 3 volunteer days, and 7 sick days
Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with NMG matching and $20,000 Term Life Insurance paid by NMG with additional voluntary coverage available
Financial Solutions, including Credit Union membership, pay advances via PayActiv, tuition reimbursement, and scholarship opportunities
NMG Associate’s Core Discount of 30% with multiple in-store opportunities for an additional 30% off across select brands
NMG Matching Gift Program up to $2,000 to eligible non-profits, Hardship Assistance Grants up to $7,500 for Associates, and a volunteer opportunity hub through NMG’s All Heart Program
Personal and Professional Development Opportunities with 16,000+ online learning opportunities, including NMG’s Fashion Your Future, LinkedIn Learning, MasterClass, BetterUp, Connected Leaders Academy, 9 Associate Community Networks, and additional personalized learning experiences
NMG Discount Marketplace featuring 1,000s of products and services with over $5,000 in saving

About Us

As one of the largest multi-brand luxury retailers in the U.S., with 3,000+ of the world's most desirable brand partners, we're delivering exceptional products and intelligent services enabled by our investments in data and technology. Through the expertise of our associates, we deliver and scale a personalized luxury experience across our three channels of in-store, eCommerce, and remote selling. Our NMG|Way culture, powered by our people, combines individual talents into a collective strength to make life extraordinary. Our brands include Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

As a woman co-founded, majority women-led organization outpacing the U.S. population in racial and ethnic diversity and led by one of corporate America’s few openly gay CEOs, Neiman Marcus Group is proud to celebrate associates from different backgrounds, experiences, and communities. We've made it a priority to cultivate a culture where everyone Belongs and where showing up as your full and authentic self is encouraged.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our Talent Attraction process. If you have a disability and need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at ApplicantSupport@NeimanMarcus.com.

Additional Information

Posting Date: Oct 27, 2023
Overtime Status: Exempt
Minimum Pay Range $: 85000
Maximum Pay Range $: 85000