Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 40 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist® and Farah®. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel.
Perry Ellis International is seeking a skilled and experienced Anaplan Solution Architect to join our team and drive the design, development, and implementation of our enterprise-wide Connected Planning solutions. This strategic position will work closely with key business functions—including Finance, Supply Chain, and Merchandising—to translate complex business requirements into scalable, efficient Anaplan models that enable data-driven decision-making and drive operational improvements across the organization.
Key Responsibilities- Solution Design & Architecture: Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for the Anaplan platform, leading the end-to-end design and architecture of complex, multi-dimensional Anaplan models (including the Data Hub) to support critical business processes such as Merchandise Financial Planning, Assortment Planning, Sales Forecasting, Supply Planning, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A).
- Business Partnership: Collaborate with business stakeholders across all levels to gather, document, and analyze requirements, translating them into scalable and efficient technical designs and user stories.
- Model Building and Development: Design, build, test, and deploy Anaplan models following Anaplan best practices (e.g., DISCO) and architectural standards.
- Data Integration: Oversee and manage data integration strategies (both inbound and outbound) between Anaplan and source systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, data warehouses) using tools like Anaplan Connect or related integration technologies, ensuring data accuracy and timeliness.
- Optimization & Governance: Continuously review, enhance, and optimize existing Anaplan models for performance, maintainability, and scalability. Lead the implementation of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) and maintain model governance and security.
- Leadership & Training: Provide technical leadership to development teams (internal and/or external) and mentor junior model builders. Develop and deliver training programs to drive end-user adoption and proficiency.
- Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including detailed architectural blueprints, process flows, model schematics, and functional specifications.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Business Administration, or a related highly analytical field.
- Experience:
- 5+ years of total experience in Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) or Business Intelligence.
- 3+ years of direct, hands-on experience in Anaplan model design, development, and implementation, ideally in a Solution Architect or Lead Developer capacity.
- Certifications: Certified Anaplan Model Builder (Level 2/3) is required; Anaplan Solution Architect or Master Anaplanner certification is highly preferred.
- Functional Knowledge: Strong understanding of retail, apparel, or consumer goods industry business processes, with specific expertise in Merchandise Planning and/or Supply Chain Planning is a significant advantage.
- Technical Skills:
- Expert proficiency in building, maintaining, and optimizing Anaplan models, including deep knowledge of modules, lists, line items, and complex calculations.
- Advanced experience with data integration concepts and tools.
- Proficiency in financial modeling, retail math, and Microsoft Excel.
- Soft Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Proven ability to lead solution-focused discussions and drive consensus.
- Experience with other planning systems (e.g., Oracle EPM).
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
- Knowledge of scripting languages or API integrations (e.g., REST APIs, Python).
What’s In It For You?
- Comprehensive Health: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision plans designed to keep you and your family healthy and thriving.
- Financial Security: Secure your future with our 401(k) retirement plan (including a discretionary company match) plus company-provided Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Work-Life Balance: Take the time you need to recharge with generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and a full schedule of paid Holidays.
- Growth & Support: We invest in your potential through our Tuition Reimbursement program for continuous learning and provide 24/7 personal support via our Member Assistance Program (MAP).
- Team Culture: Join a community that celebrates your hard work with regular Associate Engagement Events, ranging from seasonal celebrations to on-site wellness activities.
- Exclusive Style Perks: Look your best for less with generous Associate Clothing Discounts across all our company stores and e-commerce sites.
Legal Disclaimer:
Perry Ellis International is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their individual background and characteristics. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, and termination. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the company's commitment to equal employment opportunities.
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Perry Ellis International is a supplier of casual apparel for men and women.
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