Forecast Planning Manager jobs in Troy, NY

Who We Are:

The Vermont Country Store is a family-owned multi-channel business that has been operating in the Green Mountains of southern Vermont for over 75 years. We have well-established roots offering a unique work environment in a rural setting for those who enjoy the outdoors and country lifestyle. While we have always offered hard-to find products, we also offer easy-to-love careers in a variety of roles. 

The Position

We are currently seeking a Planning Specialist to join our Inventory Management team. The qualified candidate will be responsible for purchasing and managing inventory for multiple business channels to meet strategic goals and objectives. The Specialist will support the Lead Analyst and/or the Planning Supervisor.

A Sampling of What You’ll Do

• Determine how to successfully manage inventory and departmental planning parameters to develop buy plans, place orders, and evaluate inventory position
• Develop strong partnerships with vendors to meet all business needs
• Maintain purchase orders and inventory information and reports to ensure timely delivery of merchandise
• Partner with the product team on product issues, history, size assortment, placement of product, and vendor concerns

Who We’re Looking For

• High school education is required
• Inventory planning, purchasing, or related experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of spreadsheeting, and Microsoft Suite
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Ability to prioritize work 
• Flexible and able to make decisions quickly

Where We Are

This position can only work remotely if a resident of Vermont, otherwise they will need to come into the Manchester Center offices daily.  There will be time required weekly onsite in Manchester Center, VT, so a candidate is expected to be within a drivable distance to our main offices. 

What You’ll Love About The Vermont Country Store

• Onsite wellness center with many health coaching opportunities and programs
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits offered
• 401K retirement program with a 3% safe harbor contribution
• Dependent care reimbursement
• Company paid short and long-term disabilities
• Numerous philanthropic possibilities including paid volunteer hours to a non-profit organization and matching charitable contributions
• Fitness facilities at many locations
• Generous employee discounts
• And, many more!