Merchandise Forecasting Planner

At UA Brands, we’re changing the way healthcare and culinary professionals dress. For over 40 years, we’ve created stylish, high-performance uniforms designed to empower those on the front lines. Our apparel breaks the mold—combining brilliant design with real-world function. Join a team that values creativity, impact, and community, and help us redefine uniforms that don’t conform.

• Develop and manage seasonal buy forecasts at the style/color level for both carryover and new styles to support sales goals and inventory requirements, by analyzing historical sales trends, market data, and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to determine the product assortment mix and ensure alignment with merchandising strategies.
• Assess inventory levels and work with the production team to prioritize orders, including requesting air freight when necessary.
• Track weekly sales performance and inventory to ensure forecasts align with current trends.
• Proactively provide recommendations to the buying team on promotional cadence, discontinuing slow-selling items, markdown strategies, and revising future buy plans based on current sales trends.
• Collaborate with the B2B sales team to understand customer demand, incorporate their estimated needs into seasonal forecasts, and provide guidance on discontinued products.
• Simplify processes and automate standard reporting; explore and leverage business intelligence tools for reporting.

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in forecasting software, Excel, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
• Knowledge of inventory management principles and practices
• Experience in demand planning, supply chain management, or a similar role
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with solid Excel skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Microsoft Dynamics AX- ERP system knowledge preferred
• Organization skills- ability to manage time, prioritize work, meet deadlines, and complete all assigned tasks
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Proven project management experience, including the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities effectively
• Ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• BS/BA Degree - Business, Supply Chain Management 

• Medical and Pharmacy Coverage
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program – self-care and support for life’s everyday challenges
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching - Save for your future
• Short & Long Term Disability – Company Paid
• Accident, Hospital Care, and Critical Illness Insurance – Protect Your Income
• Auto  Insurance
• Legal Insurance and ID Theft Protection
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off – Life Balance
• Volunteer Time Off – Make an Impact
• Employee Discount Program
• Referral Program - Get paid to work with Friends
• Free Parking at the Downtown Corporate Office
• Regular Social Activities and Events – Mandatory Fun
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