Vans: Planner, Wholesale

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About the role

The Wholesale Planner is responsible for driving profitable growth across a defined wholesale account base by translating seasonal strategies into actionable demand and inventory plans. This role partners closely with Sales, Merchandising, and Supply teams to optimize assortment, inventory flow, and in-season performance across footwear and apparel, ensuring the right product is in the right place at the right time.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage seasonal demand and inventory plans by account, aligning to financial targets and product strategies
• Analyze historical performance, sell-through, and trends to inform forecasts and identify risks and opportunities
• Partner with Sales to support account-level planning, including pre-season buys, replenishment, and in-season reforecasting
• Monitor weekly business performance (sell-in, sell-through, inventory) and recommend actions to maximize revenue and margin
• Optimize inventory flow and allocation across footwear and apparel to support account needs and reduce excess exposure
• Drive in-season trade actions (reorders, cancellations, markdown recommendations) based on performance insights
• Collaborate with Merchandising on assortment planning to ensure alignment with consumer demand and account positioning
• Support key milestone processes (line planning, go-to-market, order book management, forecast updates)
• Maintain planning tools and data accuracy; contribute to reporting and business reviews
• Partner cross-functionally (Supply Chain, Finance, Customer Service) to resolve inventory, fulfillment, and forecast challenges

Requirements

• Strong analytical and financial acumen with the ability to translate data into clear actions
• Proficiency in Excel (e.g., pivot tables, lookups) and experience with planning or ERP systems
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong partnership mindset with the ability to influence Sales and cross-functional stakeholders
• Clear, concise communicator able to synthesize insights into actionable recommendations
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-through skills
• Comfortable working with ambiguity and adapting plans based on evolving business needs
• Basic understanding of product lifecycle, wholesale business models, and inventory management principles

Qualifications

• Passion for the Vans brand and understanding of the consumer and marketplace

Skills

• Strong analytical and financial acumen
• Excel proficiency (pivot tables, lookups)
• Planning or ERP system experience
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities
• Strong partnership mindset
• Clear communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Understanding of product lifecycle, wholesale business models, and inventory management
• Passion for the Vans brand

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Strong benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Extensive development and growth opportunities
• Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture

Pay

$73,440.00 USD - $91,800.00 USD annually

Schedule

TBD