Planner, Business, Business Development

About us

Our founder, Lena Bryant didn't set out to change fashion forever, but that's exactly what she did. 120 years later, Lane Bryant remains the iconic plus-size brand. Empowering women is kind of our thing. Our inclusive community of customers and associates champions the acceptance of all sizes, shapes, and people. If you believe in the power of clothes to create confidence and empower self-expression, you'll be at home here.

As a key member of both the Company Planning team and the Promotional Committee, you will be responsible for daily channel forecasting that aligns with company strategies and financial targets. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data into actionable strategies and influence across multiple cross functional teams.

• Responsible for forecasting at a daily level to reflect trends that align with company direction.
• Develop expertise in both pre-season and in-season forecasts for sales, margin and inventory at the channel level.
• Ensure alignment of top/down company plan strategies and targets with the bottom/up daily category/promotional level plans.
• Member of the Lane Bryant Promotional Team, driving decisions based on hindsight analysis and test results.
• Recommend promotional and markdown strategies to maximize omni-channel profitability.
• Identify issues, provide recommendations for opportunities and solutions for risks using analytics and creative problem solving.
• Responsible for standardized and ad hoc reporting for with executive level output.
• Communicate the business needs to Manager and Sr. Leadership.
• Collaborate with Merch Planning to support consistency and best practices throughout the organization.
• Support and be a change agent for company initiatives.

• 3-5+ years of experience in planning, finance or strategy.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data into actionable strategies.
• The ability to work with ambiguity and apply critical thinking to complex problems.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence.
• Build collaborative relationships with a diverse group of cross functional business partners.
• Strong proficiency in Excel/PowerPoint required; database management experience preferred.
• The ability to organize and manage multiple priorities simultaneously and prioritize appropriately.
• A strong sense of urgency and a high level of attention to detail.
• Naturally curious and comfortable asking questions and seeking guidance.
• Flexible and able to adapt to change.

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select Knit Well Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time off – paid time off & holidays.

• This position works in a hybrid model, with required days worked in the Lane Bryant office location in New Albany, OH as defined by business needs.

Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law.

The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact  The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business.

The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.