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80000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Year
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We are seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Associate Merchandise Planner to join our Planning team. This role is crucial in driving sales, margin, and inventory performance, partnering closely with Planning, Buying, Marketing, and Site teams to manage inventory effectively and achieve financial objectives. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven e-commerce environment and is keen to grow in merchandising and planning.

Job Responsibility:

  • Sales Forecasting & Analysis: Monitor sales performance of specific categories to identify trends, help prepare presentations and reports for leadership on sales and inventory performance
  • Inventory Management: Maintain Open-to-Buy (OTB) data models, track inventory flow, analyze key metrics, and provide recommendations to the senior planner and buyers
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with buying and marketing teams to support inventory tracking, product promotions, and monthly allocations
  • Reporting & Business Insights: Prepare and maintain weekly selling reports and contribute to ad-hoc reporting to support business initiatives
  • Other Duties As Assigned: Assist the planning team with additional analytical or administrative tasks as needed

Requirements:

  • 2-3 years of experience in merchandise planning, allocation, or inventory management (e-commerce preferred)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Intermediate to Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Bachelor's degree in business, Merchandising, Finance, or related field preferred
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment

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Job Posted:
May 04, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Remote work
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