Judy D.
Senior Director, Planning & FP&A | Revenue, Margin, Inventory & Forecasting Leadership | Executive Decision Support
- Role
- Director of Planning at Burlington Stores, Inc.
- Location
- New York, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Judy D.
Senior Director of Planning & FP & A with 18+ years of experience leading enterprise-scale forecasting, sales and margin planning, inventory strategy, and executive performance reporting across complex retail and consumer businesses.I partner closely with executive teams and C-suite leaders across Merchandising, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to translate growth strategies into disciplined annual plans, quarterly forecasts, and in-season decision support. My work sits at the intersection of financial rigor and operational execution — turning data into clear actions that drive profitability, inventory productivity, and cash flow.Known for stepping into fast-paced, ambiguous environments, I build structure where it’s missing by establishing scalable planning frameworks, KPI governance, and executive-ready reporting that improve visibility, accountability, and decision speed. I’ve led and developed high-performing planning and analytics teams, strengthened cross-functional alignment, and supported leadership teams in making confident decisions in dynamic markets.Core strengths include:Financial Planning & Analysis (FP & A) • Forecasting & Budgeting • Sales, Margin & Inventory Strategy • Open-to-Buy (OTB) • Executive Reporting & KPIs • In-Season Performance Management • Cross-Functional Leadership • Team Development
Experience
Director of Planning
Jun 2024 — Present · US
Drive financial success through strategic forecasting, inventory management, and sales optimization. Develop and manage pre-season and in-season forecasts, ensuring alignment with executive financial goals. Analyzing sales trends, margin performance, and regional opportunities, leading to data-driven strategies that maximize profitability and efficiency.Key responsibilities include: • Leading category-level sales, inventory, and gross margin planning • Developing regional and store-level strategies to optimize product flow • Managing markdowns and pricing strategies to enhance profitability • Identifying risks and opportunities through trend analysis • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align on location strategies • Driving associate engagement, development, and high-performance culture
Education
University of South Florida
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
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