MERCHANDISE PLANNER

At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive.

Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day.® by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at www.dollargeneral.com/about-us.html .

General Summary

Assists with creation of product-level merchandising plans using the JDA Enterprise Planning Suite. Sales and Inventory analysis at the store/class level in order to maximize the return on inventory investment.

Job Details

Duties & Responisbilities

• Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis for sales, margin, receipt and inventory opportunities and risks at the Store/ Department or Class level
• Assist Merchandise Planning Managers with the creation of Key Item Sales and Inventory plans, including Seasonal merchandise
• Perform weekly Same Store Sales analysis at the Department or Class level to help identify sales trends
• Assist Merchandise Planning Managers with the creation of Class and product attribute plans and forecasts.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong analytical skills, advanced Excel capabilities, well organized, effective communication skills (both verbal and written), flexible, team player, customer driven.
• Knowledge of basic merchandising and marketing principles.
• Knowledge of analytical and planning principles for a retail business; knowledge of merchandise planning process a plus.
• Knowledge of analytical and planning systems and tools such as JDA Enterprise Planning Suite, 1010data, or WebFocus.
  
  

Qualifications

Work Expeience &/or Education:

Bachelor’s degree preferably in business, retail, or marketing plus 2 to 3 year of administrative or analytical experience in a marketing or merchandising department in a large retail corporation.