Merchandise Planning Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the merchandise planning opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for an efficient and professional service to all customers with information that is clearly administered and communicated to all parties.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Finance background preffered
• Strong leadership presence at all levels
• Collaborative in approach, able to develop successful business relationships across the organization
• Experience building strong teams while developing and transforming talent
• Experience in working in high volume, fast paced, specialty retail environment
• Excellent verbal, written and telephonic communication skills
• Project Management Experience, leading change and/or influencing cross-functional areas in order to meet established goals
• Communication Skills – Demonstrated strength in both verbal and written skills, with an emphasis on clear, organized and timely communication

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the merchandise planning position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for pertinent visibility / feedback / direction to Planning Manager and Buying teams on Top Selling items and Slow Selling items.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Previous planning and/or buying experience preferred
• Proficient with forecasting methodologies and statistical modeling
• Direct planning experience
• Excellence in Microsoft Office, Excel, and a strong willingness to learn other computer systems
• Demonstrated success at driving real sales growth versus simply maximizing risks
• Extensive experience using MRP / ERP systems and forecasting systems, preferably Oracle Retail Demand Forecasting system and/or Oracle Predictive Application Server, Excel, Access including database development, Business Objects or other data warehouse report development
• Advanced proficiency Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Powerpoint
• Proven leadership competencies that exemplify BJs core values

In response to your job posting for merchandise planning, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for accurate volume forecasting models at 30, 60, 90, 180, and 365 day intervals based upon business momentum and reflect anticipated volume fluctuations.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Interest in e-commerce and fashion industry
• Excellence in Excel and sensitive to numbers
• Experience in SAP is definitely an advantage
• Specialty retail or Childrens apparel experience preferred
• Working knowledge of programming, documentation and interface requirements
• Knowledge of applications development methodologies
• Intermediate understanding of computers and Microsoft Office applications
• Forecast & Replenishment (Manhattan Demand Forecast Inventory Optimization/JDA Demand/Manugistics), Financial Planning (JDA Enterprise Planning), and Allocation (JDA)

I am excited to be applying for the position of merchandise planning. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for financial Planning and Analysis support for the multichannel lines of business (Retail, Ecommerce, and Wholesale) as well as each areas respective operating leaders.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Advanced knowledge of the principles of merchandise planning and allocation retail operations
• Experienced in Microsoft Office, especially intermediate Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Exceptional relationship management skills, with success in driving initiatives across functions
• Extremely detail-oriented, with a hands-on approach to product management and the business
• Basic computer proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Adaptive, handling change responsively
• Full understanding of merchandising and planning functions
• Knowledge of SAS Integrated Merchandise Planning application

Please consider me for the merchandise planning opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for finance and Retail field teams with forecasts proposals in season for new and mod stores at top-line and by department.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Adept at managing and developing a team
• Proficient in the fundamentals of Supply Chain management
• Exceptionally articulate in oral and written communications built on strong analytical skills
• Strong analytical/ numbers skills
• Excellent command of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint (all essential)
• UAE residency visa holder under family sponsorship with validity more than 6 months (mandatory requirement)
• Extensive Merchandising experience in Commercial merchandising
• Experience working across multiple channels and regions