Bergdorf Goodman Manager, Merchandise Planning
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $128,000–163,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
About Bergdorf Goodman
Bergdorf Goodman is an iconic luxury retailer known for an exceptional, curated assortment and white‑glove customer service. Part of the Saks Global portfolio, the brand operates within a multi‑channel luxury ecosystem and maintains elevated standards in-store and in its food & beverage operations, delivering highly curated experiences to a discerning clientele.
Bergdorf Goodman seeks Manager, Merchandise Planning in New York to lead omni-channel P&L, inventory planning, and financial forecasts. $128K–$163K.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and communicate pre-season plans and manage in-season forecasts that support divisional strategies
- Drive and lead the divisional partnership for the monthly Open-To-Buy process, present to senior leadership, and synthesize data-driven recommendations
- Deliver accurate, aligned forecasts for key profit-driving metrics including sales, markdown strategies, receipt management, and inventory balance
- Manage and reconcile top-down and bottom-up financial plans and projections across the omni-channel business
- Ensure vendor and category plans appropriately capture opportunities and liabilities by channel
- Oversee strategic category inventory growth by maximizing turnover and actively reducing markdown liabilities
- Manage inventory ownership and mitigate risk through comprehensive financial modeling
- Build the full suite of seasonal and fiscal purchase plans encompassing brand details by channel, delivery budgets, and class/category SKU breadth and depth targets
- Partner with merchants to lead brand negotiations regarding sales, purchases, inventory, and profitability outcomes
- Apply entrepreneurial approaches by developing or adapting financial tools to enhance division business management
- Partner with merchants and leadership to develop product performance reporting tools and analytics frameworks
- Perform ad hoc analysis and recommend data-driven courses of action to drive sales and profit optimization
- Collaborate closely and build trust across cross-functional teams including DMMs, Buyers, vendors, and leadership to achieve desired results
- Lead and inspire teams and partners, contributing to an environment that strengthens the organization through training and development
- Oversee training and professional development of Merchandise Planners on the team and support mentorship initiatives across merchant teams
Qualifications
- Strong leadership, management, communication, customer service, and organizational skills
- Sharp analytical and strategic mindset with proven ability to be a thoughtful decision-maker and business leader
- Comprehensive understanding of retail math, cost accounting, and advanced Excel skills
- Flexibility and strategic agility to thrive in fast-paced, changing environments with solution-oriented mindset
- Exceptional people development and team-building capabilities
- Proven process management capabilities
- 5–7 years of planning or merchandising experience in luxury retail or comparable sectors
- 1–2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience preferred
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university
Skills
Experience
5–7 years of planning or merchandising experience in luxury retail or comparable sectors, with 1–2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
Education
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 128,000 to USD 163,000 per annum.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance. Employee discount available.
Culture
The workplace emphasizes impeccable service, attention to detail and collaboration across culinary and retail teams. Employees operate in a fast‑paced, guest‑centric environment where professional conduct and adherence to luxury standards are expected.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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