Wholesale Analyst

The Wholesale Analyst plays a key role in supporting the AMER Wholesale Team by driving sales performance and optimizing inventory management This role encompasses strategic planning, performance analysis, and the communication of actionable insights by leveraging seasonal performance data. The Wholesale Analyst will guide future sell-ins and collaborate with various departments to align on product insights and allocation. The efficient execution of analytical operational, and administrative tasks is essential for contributing to the overall success of the Commercial Partnership department.Responsibilities PreseasonHindsight previous season to identify key lessons learned, opportunities and risks to address in future sell-in strategiesRecap seasonal performance for cross functional partners – direct to consumer, global wholesaleDevelop bottoms up sales plan by SKU, category, partner; align with top down sales plansPartner with Sales team, Merchandising and Marketing for product insights to inform allocation strategyCalculate appropriate inventory quantities to support the sales plan and build strategic purchase order plan that incorporates costing opportunitiesParticipate in Annual and Seasonal Wholesale Budgeting processIn-SeasonMonitor and react to business performance on a weekly basis to ensure financial objects are metIdentify risks and opportunities in-season based on sell through performanceAssess performance trends and impact to inventory and identify PO needsAlign cross functionally on inventory priorities for products with low inventoryAssess performance of Key Accounts by analyzing their reporting 9zsmaller accounts where reporting is available)Join trade meetings, OTB meetings and appointments as required to understand partner feedback and order/plansReportingPull weekly, monthly, quarterly, STD and LTD analysis by account, SKU and category; make strategic recommendations to drive business and meet sales goalsSupport ongoing Ad hoc analysis/data insights as requestedPartner with the Sales Team to evaluate account performance and make recommendations on inventory/SKUsHelp Sales Manager collect and track projectionsAdministrativeAttend Wholesale Trade meetings with key partners as neededMaintain records, prepare reports and manage sales and inventory documentationDeliver assets for sales meeting, update line sheets and support Wholesale BuyersTravel to locations and support with activations, as neededSupport with in office shipments, as neededQualifications:Bachelors Degree3-4 years experience in a wholesale or merchandising support role, ideally in wholesale or retailProficient in advanced Excel, including pivot tables and complex calculations; open to buy experience is a plusStrong analytical thinking with excellent math skillsKeep understanding of wholesale sales processes and KPIs with experience analyzing commercial metrics such as margin, product turn, sales and sell throughFamiliarity with company calendars, deadlines, sales plans and budgetsExperience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including sales, finance, production and merchandising throughout all seasonsSkilled in root cause analysis, problem identification and resolutionAbility to travel, as neededThe expected base salary for this position ranges from $70,000 - $80,000. Ranges are based on various factors such as relevant skillset, training, years of experience related to the current job description, education, and our organizational structure. In addition to the base salary, Golden Goose offers a competitive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays, a generous paid time-off policy, and career opportunities within a dynamic team.We are an equal opportunity employer and passionately believe that our strength lies in people youniqueness. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspective because people are at the heart of everything we do.