At Backcountry, our mission is to connect people to their passions. Our four online stores-Backcountry, Competitive Cyclist, MotoSport and, SteepandCheap-aim to supply our customers with the gear, knowledge, and inspiration necessary to get out there and chase down life's greatest moments. We do this by providing the biggest and best assortment of premium outdoor products, superior shopping experience, personalized Gearhead expertise, lightning-fast and accurate fulfillment, and inspirational, informative, and community-centered content.
Backcountry's Planning team has an opening for a Planning Coordinator. This position requires excellent attention to detail, retail or eCommerce business experience, and the ability to work well alone and with a team. This role is diverse and dynamic. The Planning Coordinator works closely with the Planning Team, Pricing & Analytics Team, Buying Team and Marketing Team to ensure pricing is accurate, SKU issues are resolved , and executes reporting for the teams accurately and successfully.
What you get to do every day:
- Execute companywide pricing changes to drive desired sales, margin and inventory goals
- High attention to detail with focus on data accuracy
- Manage Pricing Calendar for data integrity and completeness through partnership with Merchandising
- Maintain a high level of data integrity for pricing attributes in ERP via audits and QA activities
- Support execution of store promotions and markdowns in partnership with Store Operations
- Run and manage Competitive Pricing reporting
- Build strong cross functional relationships with Marketing, Merchandising, Planning, and Site Operations
- Work cross functionally with Marketing and Visual Merch to ensure sites are appropriately merchandised and accurate discounts called out
- Ability to function well in an ever-changing and dynamic environment
- Support process improvements for pricing across Pricing Team & Merchandise Team
- Support Marketplace Team as needed
- Support running of reporting and analytics as needed
What you bring to the role:
- Requires 1-2 years eCommerce retail experience, knowledge of retail math and attainment of a Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Able to work both independently and with a team
- Able to develop and maintain strong working relationships and communicate well with peers and cross-functional teams
- Flexible and adaptive to changing priorities
- Able to perform under pressure, organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines
- High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and strong aptitude to learn technical applications quickly
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of SQL, NetSuite, OBIEE or similar software a plus
- Retail buying, planning or related analytical experience highly recommended
What's in it for you?
- PTO
- Medical/Dental/Vision and a variety of supplemental policies available
- Company 401K match
- Company Health Spending Account (HSA) match
- Company provides group life insurance at no cost
- COBRA reimbursement for salaried employees until health insurance eligible
- Paid Holidays
- Birthday off with pay.
- Pet Insurance
- Generous employee discounts
What our interview process looks like:
Depending on the position, our application and interview process may vary, but here are some of the ways we get to know you better:
- Step 1: Match most of the requirements and qualifications for the position? We want to chat. A recruiter will reach out to you via email to schedule some time to learn more about our company and get to know you better. Remember, you're also interviewing us.
- Step 2: Our assessments (if applicable to the role) measure your analytical and business acumen. We use them to better understand your expertise. Each person interviewing for the same role receives the same assessment, which helps us evaluate candidates equally and consistently.
- Step 3: Virtual or in-person interviews depending on your location. Our hiring team will learn more about your prior experience and challenges you've faced. Be prepared with detailed examples. Concise and well-organized answers are ideal.
- Step 4: Offer. This is where things get really exciting. We gather all data from your interviews and conduct a final review. If qualified for the position, your recruiter will connect with you via phone to present a verbal offer we know you'll be excited about.
$20 - $22 an hour
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