Merchandise Planner Buyer

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CORP - Cinemark Service Center, Plano, TXtime type:
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R34691
** Join Our Team
** As part of our Cinemark Universe, you'll discover fun opportunities with real growth potential and plenty of perks. With 500+ theatres and nearly 6,000 screens; we're truly a global presence of 20,000 movie lovers working together to make unforgettable experiences.
** Role

Summary:

** The Buyer & Merchandise Planner plays a dual role, responsible for both the strategic planning of sales, gross margin, and inventory, and the tactical execution of buying and product development. This hybrid position supports the end-to-end merchandising process—from assortment planning and vendor collaboration to financial forecasting and inventory optimization. The ideal candidate combines analytical thinking with strong product instincts and is adept at balancing data-driven decisions with creative merchandising strategies.
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* Key Responsibilities:

**** Buying & Product Development
*** Develop assortment strategies aligned with brand vision and financial goals.
* Analyze historical sales data and market trends to accurately forecast demand and inform strategic buying decisions.
* Attend vendor meetings and actively participate in product selection, sample reviews, and pricing negotiations.
* Cultivate strong vendor partnerships to support innovative product development and ensure adherence to delivery timelines
* Participate in competitive analysis to evaluate assortment opportunities and marketplace trends.
* Update and maintain assortment sheets, product tracking documents, and internal reporting tools.
* Generate weekly and monthly performance recaps and business reviews to evaluate category-specific headwinds and tailwinds across key KPIs.
** Merchandise Planning & Allocation
*** Build and maintain pre-season and in-season merchandise financial plans including sales, margin, sell-through rate and inventory forecasts.
* Execute allocation plans based on theatre profiles, sales trends, and inventory levels.
* Monitor and adjust allocations to respond to performance and demand shifts.
* Monitor in-season performance and recommend actions (reorders, markdowns and exit strategies).
* Oversee inventory levels, helping to optimize sell-through while minimizing excess stock.
** Cross-Functional Collaboration
*** Collaborate with operations and marketing teams to plan in-theatre visual merchandising for product launches and promotional campaigns
* Coordinate with Marketing for sample needs, marketing submissions, and creative approvals.
* Work alongside the pricing team to align pricing decisions with margin goals and category strategy.
* Partner with supply chain and operations teams to ensure vendors consistently meet compliance standards and operational expectations.
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* Qualifications:

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* Education:

*** Bachelor’s degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, or related field required.
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* Experience:

*** 5+ years’ experience in merchandising, planning, buying, or a hybrid planning/buying role preferred
* Experience in allocation, forecasting, and managing inventory, merchandise, and demand through specialized planning systems**.
**** Skills & Abilities:
*** Ability to interpret sales trends and consumer behavior
* Strong analytical and quantitative skills; able to interpret and act on financial and consumer data.
* Working knowledge of retail metrics and merchandise planning principles.
* Effective communication and collaboration skills across functions and with external vendors.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other planning tools; retail systems knowledge preferred.
* Flexibility to travel domestically for vendor visits and trade shows as needed.
* Able to maintain a hybrid schedule with three in-office days weekly
** Key Attributes for Success:
*** Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* Adaptability to market trends and organizational shifts.
* A proactive approach to problem-solving and ownership of category performance.
* Ability to think both strategically and tactically in merchandising and planning contexts.
** Benefits Available:
** At Cinemark, we believe every team member should feel like a hero. Each career comes with a variety of blockbuster benefits for both hourly and salaried team members.
* Employee Discount
* 401(k) Matching
* Growth Opportunities
* Education Assistance
* Health Benefits
* Parental Leave
* Paid Time Off
* Daily Pay
* Free Movies  
* Benefits may vary by career category, so be sure to check the specific details on our career site.
** DISCLAIMER:
This job description is intended only as a general guideline of your duties and responsibilities at Cinemark and is not a legally binding contract. Cinemark reserves the right to amend, change or terminate the job description, as it deems appropriate. Any change amendments, or modifications may be…