Sales Jobs in Concord

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Sales Representative (Entry-Level)
🏢 CoMark
Salary not disclosed
Charlotte, NC 2 days ago

CoMark is an innovative and fast-growing company known for providing top-tier sales and marketing solutions. We pride ourselves on a results-driven approach that enables our clients to achieve their business goals.


We are seeking a Competitive Sales Representative who is driven to exceed sales targets, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys the challenge of competing with industry leaders. In this role, you will drive sales growth through direct customer interaction, building strong relationships, and developing strategies to outperform competitors.


We are seeking immediate hires for this hands-on role!


Responsibilities:

● Sales Target Achievement: Consistently meet and exceed sales goals through strategic prospecting, pitching, and closing deals

● Customer Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients,

ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and repeat business

● Lead Generation: Identify and pursue new sales opportunities through research, and networking

● Team Collaboration: Work closely with sales managers and marketing teams to refine strategies and align sales efforts with company objectives


Qualifications:

● Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

● A competitive mindset with a desire to win and achieve top results.

● Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

● High school Diploma or equivalent.

● Willingness to travel or work flexible hours as required.


What We Offer:

● Competitive Base Pay + Uncapped Commission + Bonus opportunities.

● Career Growth Opportunities: Clear advancement paths for high achievers.

● Paid Training & Mentorship: Access to ongoing professional development programs and support from seasoned sales leaders.

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Sports-Minded Sales Representative
🏢 CoMark
Salary not disclosed
Charlotte, NC 2 days ago

CoMark, a Sales & Marketing firm in the Charlotte area, is looking for motivated, people-focused individuals ready to start ASAP.


No prior sales experience? No problem. We provide paid training, hands-on coaching, and a supportive team environment to help you succeed. In this role you will help drive growth for us and our clients through customer acquisitions and in-store promotions.


What You’ll Do:

  • Engage face-to-face with customers in a retail environment
  • Educate consumers on current promotions and brand offerings
  • Deliver excellent customer service while building strong relationships
  • Generate leads and contribute to daily sales goals


Why You’ll Love This Role:

  • Entry-level & training provided
  • Performance-based bonuses with uncapped earning potential
  • Clear advancement opportunities based on results—not tenure
  • High-energy, team-oriented work environment
  • Real-world experience in marketing, sales, and customer relations


What We’re Looking For:

  • Customer service, retail, hospitality, or sports background is a plus
  • Strong communication skills and positive attitude
  • Coachable mindset with a desire to learn and grow
  • Comfortable working with people in a fast-paced environment
  • Competitive nature and strong work ethic


Compensation & Growth:

  • Base pay + weekly bonuses & incentives
  • Average first-year earnings: $35,000–$60,000+
  • Leadership and management tracks available for top performers


Apply through LinkedIn today to start building a career in marketing and sales with real earning potential.

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Healthcare Business Development Manager
Salary not disclosed
Charlotte, NC 2 days ago

Healthcare Business Development Manager

Workplace type: Hybrid model

Travel: Local travel required 60–75%

Industry: Pediatric & Behavioral Health Services

Reports To: Director of Market Strategy



Are you a natural connector with a talent for opening doors and building meaningful partnerships? We are seeking a driven, field-oriented professional to spearhead growth initiatives and expand regional awareness of transformative health services for children. This role empowers a dedicated connector to drive impactful partnerships, expanding the reach of vital services and transforming lives through enhanced care access.



About the Role:


In this high-impact, growth-focused position, you will serve as the frontline ambassador for a leading provider of behavioral health services. You will spearhead growth initiatives in the region by building and maintaining collaborative partnerships with key stakeholders, including educational institutions, medical professionals, therapeutic providers, and community healthcare organizations. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in the field, enjoys measurable results, and is fueled by mission-based work.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Foster lasting connections with strategic partners across pediatric healthcare, education, therapy services, and community organizations to drive collaborative opportunities.
  • Engage in regular in-person outreach, spending approximately 3-4 days per week meeting with potential referral sources, delivering informational materials, and nurturing key relationships to promote services.
  • Develop and implement a targeted community engagement plan, encompassing strategic visit scheduling, referral monitoring, and performance metrics to measure conversion success.
  • Orchestrate cross-functional collaboration between clinical, intake, and recruitment teams to align referral processes and optimize service coordination.
  • Maintain accurate CRM records, document market insights, and provide regular updates to leadership.
  • Design and execute educational events, including lunch-and-learns, regional conferences, and community outreach presentations, to promote visibility and drive referrals.
  • Help design and refine a scalable referral expansion plan that drives consistent growth and can be uniformly applied nationwide.

What You Bring:

  • 2+ years of outside sales, referral development, or community outreach experience in healthcare, behavioral health, education, or a related field.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills - you thrive on face-to-face engagement and relationship-building.
  • Self-motivated, organized, and goal-oriented with a hunter’s mindset.
  • Proficiency in utilizing CRM platforms and analyzing outreach performance data to inform strategic decisions.
  • Knowledge of local healthcare systems and pediatric services is highly desirable.
  • A passion for making a difference in the lives of children and families through increased access to care.



Why Join Us:


  • Meaningful Impact: Each referral brings life-changing services closer to a child in need.
  • Growth Opportunity: Be a foundational part of a rapidly expanding organization with career pathing for high performers.
  • Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative team focused on impact, not bureaucracy.
  • Competitive Compensation: Includes base salary, performance bonus, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) with match, and generous PTO.





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Freight Broker
Salary not disclosed
Charlotte, NC 2 days ago

Aspire is partnered once again with a fantastic organization on their search for a Freight Broker in Charlotte, NC. This role focuses on building strong relationships with shippers and carriers, managing the full shipment lifecycle, and ensuring every load moves efficiently and profitably. The ideal candidate is charismatic, technically savvy, and driven—someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at strategic negotiation, and enjoys being the trusted link between customers and carriers.


**This is a 1099 Independent Contractor position. While it’s a WFH/Remote opportunity, candidates are required to reside in the Charlotte, NC area**


Responsibilities:

  • Develop and grow profitable, long-term relationships with shipping clients and carrier partners to generate consistent freight volume.
  • Source new carrier partners and shipping prospects through outbound calls, referrals, and networking within the transportation industry.
  • Negotiate rates and terms with clients and carriers to maximize margin while ensuring excellent service.
  • Collect all freight/shipping information from customer, including handling instructions, compliance standards, equipment, etc.
  • Coordinate and schedule all aspects of load management — from quoting, to loading, and delivery, ensuring carriers meet all requirements through acceptance of Bill of Lading (BOL).
  • Proactively own communication and act as point of contact between customers and carriers to ensure smooth operations.
  • Resolve service issues such as rerouting shipments and unexpected delays quickly and professionally to protect relationships and margin.
  • Track loads, update records in the company’s transportation software, and ensure accurate documentation and compliance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience in freight brokerage, logistics coordination, or transportation sales; established book of business highly preferred.
  • Proven success generating new business and managing accounts within a competitive market.
  • Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
  • Excellent communication, follow-through, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
  • Self-driven and goal-oriented, with a strong sense of accountability.
  • Experience using TMS software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook).
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Senior Supply Chain & MRP Manager
Salary not disclosed
Huntersville, NC 2 days ago

Bürkert USA seeks a Senior MRP / Supply Chain Manager to join our operations leadership team in Huntersville, NC. You will be responsible for steering the fulfillment strategies that support our ambitious growth as a fluidic control solution provider.


This critical role demands a visionary professional capable of tactically analyzing and supporting, while strategically expanding our entire supply chain ecosystem. The Manager will directly drive the expansion of US production capacity and volume, spearheading the creation of a dynamic and consistent supply chain. Your leadership is crucial in transforming the fulfillment process into a high-performing asset that supports our growth. Our goals for growth are accomplished by aggressively pioneering onshoring and local for local build-up initiatives, and therefore we are seeking a proven and driven, high energy executive with deep expertise in modern supply chain principles, rigorous LEAN methodologies, and a demonstrated track record of transforming supply chains, maximizing local production value add, all to prepare for our US organization and global growth targets.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of supply chain professionals, including Material Resource Planning (MRP) Planners, Sourcing Specialists, Shipping, Receiving, Intralogistics, and Scheduling team members.
  • Drive the strategic development and execution of Bürkert USA's supply chain, ensuring cohesion and alignment across our global value creation network of international factories and partners. Key focus areas include leveraging data for decision-making, tariff risk mitigation, and supporting local production build-up.
  • Develop and manage inventory strategies (e.g., safety stock, re-order points) to optimize working capital and ensure product availability.
  • Direct all logistics and distribution activities, including warehousing and transportation, to maximize efficiency and service levels.
  • Lead the establishment of customer-focused supply chain requirements for new system and product developments. Collaborate closely with our Systemhaus Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to define critical sourcing and inventory strategies that ensure technical project success.
  • Analyze and improve supply chain relevant material master data, identify potentials to increase customer service level (Sales Order Reliability)
  • Participate in global SCM projects to improve logistics between international Burkert factories as well as global MRP strategies
  • Work closely with other departments to analyze internal processes, define potentials for improvements and implement and document needed changes.
  • Utilize and analyze supply chain KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement and drive corrective actions in alignment with the objective of creating net value and building a competitive infrastructure.
  • Take the lead in developing and maturing our S&OP processes, collaborating with Sales and Marketing to generate accurate customer demand forecasts. This critical function involves translating those forecasts into a cohesive and financially sound material resource and strategic supply plan
  • Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by driving LEAN methodologies throughout the supply chain.
  • Partner with key Bürkert internal teams in Germany and leverage the global network to establish reliable material and service exchanges.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
  • Manage budgets for the supply chain department and report on financial performance.
  • Travel as necessary to key customers and suppliers domestically or internationally, including yearly to Bürkert factories internationally for collaboration, best practice sharing, and management of a consistent and high performing supply network.


Reporting Structure

This position reports directly to the VP of Operations, Burkert USA and has an indirect reporting line to the Burkert HQ Head of Global Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, & Logistics in Germany.


Qualifications

  • Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to develop and execute a long-term vision for the supply chain function.
  • Problem-Solving: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex supply chain challenges.
  • Communication: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to effectively interact with all levels of the organization and external partners.
  • Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of ERP systems (preferably SAP) and proficiency in supply chain management software.
  • Analytical & Decision Skillset: Exceptional ability to translate complex MRP/ERP data into clear, actionable insights and strategic decisions. Proven competence in advanced quantitative analysis, scenario modeling, and driving optimal outcomes under uncertainty.


Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in supply chain management.
  • A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a leadership or managerial role.
  • Certifications such as CSCP, CPIM, or equivalent are highly desirable.
  • Advanced knowledge of ERP systems, specifically, SAP, and proficiency in supply chain management software.
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Commercial Excellence
Salary not disclosed
Charlotte, NC 2 days ago

We are looking for a Commercial Excellence Specialist to support our global commercial team. This role combines business support with data analytics, helping us improve processes, track KPIs, and deliver insights through dashboards and reports.


Key Responsibilities:


Commercial & Business Support

  • Prepare sales performance reports and KPI summaries that help leadership make informed decisions.
  • Maintain data accuracy by regularly updating records and validating key information across systems.
  • Coordinate with sales teams to capture activities, ensure process compliance, and improve overall data quality.
  • Support training and development programs by creating training materials, tracking participation, and monitoring completion rates.
  • Provide administrative support for commercial initiatives, including updating dashboards, organizing documents, and assisting with project deliverables.


Data & Analytics

  • Build and update KPI dashboards to provide clear visibility into business performance.
  • Configure and maintain sales reports aligned with commercial processes and business needs.
  • Collect, clean, and analyze data to support routine reporting and identify basic trends.
  • Automate simple data workflows to improve efficiency and ensure timely, consistent reporting.


Commercial Excellence Projects

  • Support the execution of Commercial Excellence initiatives by coordinating meetings, tracking action items, and maintaining project documentation.
  • Maintain project dashboards and progress trackers to ensure leadership has up‑to‑date visibility on timelines and deliverables.
  • Help collect and organize inputs from sales, marketing, and customer service teams to support project milestones and decision‑making.
  • Prepare basic analyses and summaries that support Commercial Excellence workstreams (e.g., Sales Process, Segmentation, Enablement, Pricing).
  • Assist in process improvement activities, such as mapping workflows, identifying gaps, and preparing materials for workshops.
  • Contribute to change management efforts by helping draft communications, training materials, and instructions for end users.


Requirements:

  • At least 2 years of experience in Commercial Excellence (sales or business processes)
  • Previous experience with Power BI (data modeling and visualization)
  • Robust familiarity with Salesforce reporting and dashboards
  • Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and formulas
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or related field
  • Knowledge of SQL helpful
  • History of understanding data analysis and interpreting trends
  • Knowledge of data integration concepts, data visualization or analytics helpful
  • Detail oriented with strong communication and problem-solving skills
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Key Account Manager - Pulp & Paper
Salary not disclosed
Charlotte, NC 3 days ago
General Summary

The Key Account Manager - Pulp & Paper, leads DeZURIK's sales efforts to achieve company growth targets with assigned Pulp & Paper accounts in North America. This role provides strategic, commercial, and tactical leadership to the DeZURIK internal sales teams as well as channel partners selling into the North America Pulp & Paper market.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

  • Grow existing relationships and develop new corporate relationships with assigned Pulp & Paper accounts. Increase DeZURIK's brand awareness and utilize contacts to penetrate each account with multiple product lines.
  • Provide input to Sales Management regarding opportunities to increase profitability.
  • In conjunction with the DeZURIK Regional Sales Managers (RSM's) and the DeZURIK rep network, develop, support, and execute a strategic plan that properly positions DeZURIK's products within assigned key accounts.
  • In conjunction with the DeZURIK Regional Sales Managers (RSM's) and the DeZURIK rep network, coordinate key account project pursuit.
  • Define, implement and manage key account expectations regarding the performance, pricing, and delivery of DeZURIK products.
  • Contribute to DeZURIK product development initiatives in support of Pulp & Paper market opportunities and work with key account contacts to accept and employ specifications supportive of DeZURIK product lines.
  • Utilize DeZURIK's CRM tool to monitor sales opportunities and manage project pursuit.
  • Participate in Sales Department initiatives related to or associated with Pulp & Paper market, as assigned by company management.


Education and Experiences


  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum 7 years of experience - Engineering discipline preferred.
  • 10 years in a technical or sales management position serving the domestic Pulp & Paper market.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


  • Effective communication, organization, and conflict management skills.
  • Proven decision-making abilities for preparing and executing bids and establishing price levels.
  • General understanding of acceptable business and sales practices.
  • Thorough knowledge of the North American Pulp & Paper market, including participants, equipment, and processes.
  • In-depth understanding of Pulp & Paper market customer needs, including price and delivery expectations.
  • Strong technical sales skillset, including communication and presentation skills.
  • Proven success meeting and exceeding sales and profitability goals.
  • Valve and/or industrial process equipment sales experience a plus.
  • High customer orientation.
  • Collaborative style and ability to succeed in a team-first environment.
  • Strong desire to win right.
  • High power, low ego mentality.


Physical Demands


  • Physical demands are typical of an office position, including extended periods of sitting, and extensive use of a personal computer and telephone.
  • This role requires up to 50% domestic travel to support business needs, site visits, and key initiatives.


Working Conditions

Normal manufacturing and office environment. When working occasionally in some shop areas, personal protection equipment (PPE) will be recommended and/or required (safety shoes, safety glasses w/side shields, hearing protection, face shield, gloves, apron, and boots). Must have the ability to support extended business hours to meet customer business needs.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Quality

Quality encompasses all aspects of DeZURIK, Inc.'s business, and every team member shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process, and the quality system. All team members have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and, through designated channels, initiate and recommend solutions.

Salary and Benefits

DeZURIK offers a competitive base salary in the $86,158 to $107,698 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus opportunities tied to performance.

Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. DeZURIK also provides a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan for employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it's needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.

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Program Manager - Power Distribution
Salary not disclosed
Description:

Program Manager - Power Distribution
Location: Charlotte, NC (Remote)

Are you an experienced Program Manager looking to join a supportive, passionate team? We have an attractive opportunity for you!

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY:

As the Program Manager , you will oversee program execution from start to finish, providing strategic direction, mentorship to project managers, and exceptional client relationship management. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, monitor KPIs, optimize workflows, and ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.

This is not an Information Technology-related position. If you do not have experience managing power distribution engineering/design projects, you will likely not be considered for the position.

Note: This position can work remotely, but new hires will be required to come to our headquarters in Perrysburg, OH, for an initial 2-week in-person paid orientation and training period.

Responsibilities:

Project Leadership:
· Responsible for measuring and developing the project manager's abilities and effectiveness through KPI's and setting core competencies in accordance with corporate governance.
· Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project implementation and customer satisfaction.
· Attend industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to enhance the company's visibility.
· Serve as a mentor and coach to other project managers, offering guidance and support.

Program Planning and Strategy:
· Oversees project managers in the delivery of all program-related projects in accordance with the contractual agreement, scope, schedule, and budget of the project.
· Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of all phases of projects within the designated program in accordance with project management processes, policies, guidelines, and corporate governance.
· Develop and monitor high-level project workflows, validate project scopes, and collaborate on project priorities.
· Oversees the creation of proposals, kickoff meetings, and discovery calls.

Program Monitoring and Reporting:
· Prepare, review, and approve project change orders and/or correction actions in collaboration with the client, Project Engineer(s), and Operations Manager.
· Provide program cost forecasting over the life of the project or program.

Program Closure:
· Ensure the successful closure of the program, including finalizing all program activities, obtaining acceptance from stakeholders, and conducting post-program evaluations.
· Document lessons learned and share best practices with the organization.

Communication:
· Maintain clear and consistent communication with program stakeholders, including executive leadership, project managers, and cross-functional teams.
· Provide regular program updates to management and stakeholders.
· Resolve conflicts and facilitate effective communication within the program team.
· Liaises between project members, cross-functional teams, external vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure deliverables, requirements, schedules, cost, and meeting plans are communicated.
· Accountable for contractual correspondence and communication with all stakeholders, including identification and reporting of risks, liabilities, and opportunities.

Risk Management:
· Identify potential risks and issues that may impact project success and develop risk mitigation plans and contingency strategies. Monitor and manage risks throughout the project life cycle.

Budget Management:
· Manage Program level P&L reporting.

Customer/Client Relationship Management:
· Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, understanding their needs and providing exceptional service.
· Build relationships with Sr. Leadership within the customer organization.
· Build an understanding of the customer’s organizational structure and decision-making process.
· Identify and understand client challenges, propose solutions, and tailor product/service offerings accordingly.
· Conduct thorough market research to stay informed about industry trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities.
· Lead Program update calls and in-person meetings with external clients.
· Monitor and manage expectations of communication between staff and external clients.
· Develop and execute a strategic plan to identify and target new business opportunities in the market.
· Collaborate with the sales team to develop sales strategies, set targets, and achieve revenue goals.
· Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to potential customers.
· Negotiate contracts and terms of agreements with clients, ensuring a win-win outcome for both parties.
· Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of sales activities and client interactions in the CRM system.
· Keep abreast of the company's product/service offerings, updates, and enhancements.
· Other duties as assigned.

Competencies: Fit/Gap Analysis | Needs Analysis | Project Administration | Project Controls | Project Development | Project Estimation | Project Evaluation | Project Implementation | Project Lifecycle Management (PLM) | Project Management | Project Planning | Project Portfolio Management (PPM) | Project Scheduling | Project Status Reporting | Scope Management | Stakeholder Management | Project Management Software | Customer Satisfaction | Vendor Management | Contract Negotiation

Requirements:

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
Education Requirements – Bachelor’s of Science in Engineering/Engineering Technology or Bachelor's of Business Administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience Requirements - A minimum of 7 years of experience in the Power Utility Industry with engineering, operations, and /or project management, including financial oversight and personnel development. And a minimum of 3 years of functional, or direct people management experience, with the proven ability to lead, motivate, and influence.
Project Management Certification (PMP) or equivalent certification required.
Proven experience in project management, with a track record of successfully delivering projects on time and on budget.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders with competing priorities.
Must be results-driven with a dedicated focus on achieving successful project performance, customer satisfaction, and organic sales growth.
Demonstrated a level of understanding of commonly used project management concepts, practices, and procedures.
Adaptability and problem-solving abilities.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Available during the “core” work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required as duties demand.
Willing and able to travel regularly (30%+), which will include planned overnight travel
Dependable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and insurance
Able to pass a background check/drug test/driving record check.
Authorized to work in the United States
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to endure frequent, lengthy periods of sedentary work and sit for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to utilize a computer keyboard, computer monitor, and telephone for prolonged periods of time.
Must have the physical ability to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing notes, and viewing a computer terminal; these activities require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Must have the physical ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, often in a group setting.
Must have the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make discriminations in sound.
This job advertisement should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of a job. The individual may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this advertisement. This advertisement does not constitute an employment agreement between Sigma and the employee and is subject to change by Sigma as the needs of the organization and/or the requirements of the function change.

Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Sigma is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on an employee’s race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any other classification protected by law.

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Retail Planner
Salary not disclosed
Charlotte, NC 3 days ago

Retail Planner

ON-SITE - Charlotte, NC 28273


The Cato Corporation is seeking a Planner to join our Planning & Allocation Team!


JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the successful development, execution and communication of stores and e-commerce financial plans for assigned areas of business. Responsible to project open to buy sales, markdowns and inventory at the department and class level. Identify risks and opportunities and communicate recommendations to merchant partners as well as management. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with the allocation and merchant teams. Provide support to Senior Planner and merchant team.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Maintain weekly open to buy for assigned area of business to identify risks and opportunities by class
  • Project sales, markdowns and inventory
  • Manage receipt flow
  • Present open to buy to management monthly
  • Develop markdown criteria
  • Project e-commerce sales and markdowns for the division
  • Analyze lost sales
  • Provide merchant team with buy recommendations
  • Evaluate e-commerce performance class and make recommendations to the merchant team
  • Responsible for the end to end development of pre-season stores and e-commerce financial plans
  • Create month to month plans for stores and e-commerce at the class level
  • Partner with Senior Planner to develop style counts by department
  • Quarterly analysis and hindsight
  • Provide quantitative analysis to teams for hindsight and strategy meetings
  • Analyze size selling for stores and e-commerce utilizing lost sales by size
  • Make recommendations based upon analysis for the hindsight and strategy meetings with merchant team and management
  • Manage the forecasting and recommendations for replenishment items
  • Develop sales and inventory plans for key volume drivers and make recommendations to the merchant team
  • Manage assortment planning process
  • Ensure departmental strategies are being executed
  • Partner with merchant team on the breadth and depth of the assortment
  • Work with Director of Planning & Allocation and Senior Planner on special projects and analyses
  • Develop and maintain relationships with cross functional teams


QUALIFICATIONS


EDUCATION:

Bachelor degree required. Fashion Retailing or Business degree a plus

WORK EXPERIENCE

4+ years experience in Merchandise Planning and Allocation. Previous retail planning experience required


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Strong verbal, written, communication and mathematical skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Strong detail orientation and problem solving ability
  • Proficient at Excel, Word and JDA Enterprise Planning a plus


The Cato Corporation offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including Medical/Dental/Life Insurance package, 401(K) Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending Plan, Stock Purchase Plan and more!


The Cato Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, age, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

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Associate Planner
🏢 Belk
Salary not disclosed
Charlotte, NC 3 days ago

The Associate Planner maximizes gross margin dollars & inventory productivity by providing the overall financial direction of a vendor(s) or category(categories) within a business. Associate Planners are primarily responsible for developing seasonal merchandise financial plans and by-door plans, pricing and assortment optimization for their portion of business. Associate Planners also work with Buyers in assortment and buy planning by facilitating layering of assortments and validating the profitability of purchases. In-season, Associate Planners provide in-depth analysis of product performance and make recommendations to maximize business opportunities.


Essential Functions

  • Develop merchandise financial plans, vendor or class as appropriate, that support the merchandise strategies while achieving corporate financial goals both for the short term (seasonal) and long term (multi-year).
  • Exercise discretion and independent judgment in developing the merchandise financial plans under minimal supervision.
  • Improve profitability by creating and executing the assortment plan and the initial buy plan through use of hindsighting and profitability tools
  • Develop and manage replenishment budgets by providing analytics required for planning and managing replenishment programs.
  • Improve profitability by driving sales, margin, and turn by analyzing monthly forecast performance against pre-season strategies and goals and making adjustments or recommendations for adjustments to the strategies and goals; manage the business through in-season forecasting
  • Complete forecasts and recommendations for Monthly Forecast process to manage business in season and maximize opportunities through product lifecycle management
  • Manage product lifecycle through appropriate promotions and markdowns
  • Optimize profitability by driving the permanent markdown process & in-season POS pricing strategies
  • Manage vendor planning and item planning as needed (i.e. ladders)
  • Partner with allocation team to reconcile merchandise and by-door plans with store level opportunities

Education / Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience
  • Specific work or project experience: Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office Suite
  • 2 + years of retail/financial planning experience
  • Prior Finance and or/ Retail Experience a plus


Knowledge / Skills Requirements

  • Ability to analyze data from multiple sources to identify trends & risks, resolve issues, and recognize opportunities
  • Demonstrates initiative in exposing and resolving risks and opportunities
  • Communicates effectively and maintains relationships at all levels internally and with vendors
  • Demonstrates intermediate-level proficiency using retail merchandising systems & tools to drive business results
  • Demonstrates intermediate-level proficiency using Oracle systems & tools (e.g. SAS, RMS, APX) to drive business results
  • Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external partners (vendors) to proactively address business needs
  • Proficiency in excel
  • Requires designated hybrid in-office work schedule


Pay Range

$65,000 - $90,000

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

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