Merchandise Planner Job at Robert Half (Boston)

Merchandise Planner

The Merchandise Planner will strategize with Company Planning, Allocation and Me...

Location

United States , Hingham

Salary:

85000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Year

Ann Taylor

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree Required
5-7+ years of experience in planning which includes knowledge of buying and allocation
Planning system experience required: JDA, Oracle, SAP preferred
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel required
Stores and/or direct experience required, omni preferred
Functional understanding of retail/vertical business process
Able to solve complex problems, drive resolution with the CFT, present clear ideas and direction to others
Demonstrate strong communication skills as well as attention to detail
Experience with or a strong ability to learn reporting/data warehousing tools preferred

Job Responsibility

Strategize with Company Planning, Allocation and Merchandising partners to ensure that the financial goals are achieved
Drives all omni-channel merchandise planning activities, including the development of financial sales, gross margin, and inventory plans for their dept(s)
Responsible for OTB re-forecasting at a weekly level to reflect trends, alignment with company direction, and solutions for risks and opportunities
Expert in both pre-season and in-season on product mix performance for sales and inventory at the dept, class, and style/color level
Proactively identify issues and opportunities within product mix and use analytics and creative problem solving to drive profitable solutions
Actively recommend markdown liquidation strategies to maximize omni-channel profitability
Ensure alignment of top/down and bottoms/up style/color plans with merchandising strategies and financial targets
Partner with (CFT) Cross Functional Teams to maximize omni profitability

What we offer

Merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands
Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands
A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities
Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Time off – paid time off & holidays

Fulltime

E-Commerce Merchandise Planner

The E-Commerce Merchandise Planner is responsible for developing item-level fina...

Location

United States , Los Angeles; Gardena

Salary:

65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Year

Foot Locker

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Finance, Analytics, Supply Chain, or related field
3–5+ years experience in ecommerce planning, digital inventory management, or merchandise planning (apparel & footwear preferred)
Advanced Excel capabilities
comfortable working with large datasets and size-level reporting
Experience with ecommerce platforms and planning systems (e.g., Shopify, Salesforce Commerce Cloud, Blue Yonder/JDA, Power BI)
Understanding of sizing, silhouettes, and seasonality across product categories
Consumer-first digital mindset
Strong retail math, forecasting, and scenario planning
Ability to interpret size-level analytics and predict sell-down patterns
Clear and confident communication with cross-functional partners

Job Responsibility

Build, manage, and update weekly, monthly, and seasonal forecasts for sales, margin, demand, receipts, and inventory
Forecast at the SKU/color/size level, taking into account historical analytics, emerging trends, and marketing drivers
Translate assortment strategies—Fashion, core, and seasonality—into investment and flow plans
Align forecasts with promotional calendars, stylized collections, product drops, influencer campaigns, and seasonal floorsets
Own ecommerce OTB strategy for assigned categories and identify risk/opportunity scenarios
Monitor in-stock %, size availability, WOS, aging, and reserve inventory to ensure strong sell-through and margin health
Manage lifecycle stages for apparel & footwear: test → scale → maintain → taper → exit
Recommend inventory actions including replenishment, raise/lower strategies, size adjustments, consolidation, or markdown
Create and maintain weekly analytical tools tracking: Sell-through and sell-velocity by size, silhouette and franchise
Conversion trends tied to availability

What we offer

Employee Discount
Paid Time Off
Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
401(k) | Roth 401(k)
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Opportunities for Advancement
Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
Strong Company Culture
Employee Resource Groups

Fulltime

Senior Merchandise Planner - Womenswear

Senior Merchandise Planner brings the BIG W Purpose to live by developing plans,...

Location

Australia , Bella Vista

Salary:

Not provided

Woolworths Supermarkets

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years experience as an Merchandise Planner
Successfully trading a sizeable category in terms of $ and options
Working towards KIPS

Job Responsibility

Develop merchandise financial plans informed by top-down and bottom-up data
Develop merchandise strategy that delivers on financial metrics
Develop models and forecasts to support accurate financial planning and to optimise stock, sales and profit
Follow the critical path schedule for the Department
Develop the option plan, setting a framework within which Designers/Buyers can select ranges. Prepare the range review for buy sign off and work with the buyer to ensure range is bought within plan parameters and OTB
In season management of OTB, inventory, profit, accurate replans, markdown and promotional plans
Monitor the in-season and post-season performance of the Merchandise Group and work with Senior stakeholders on strategies and tactics to quickly respond and improve performance
Support Senior Category Managers with supplier management, Joint Business Plans, and the planogram process
Identify emerging trends and changing customer needs and market conditions for the Merchandise Group
Collaborate with Allocations and Replenishment teams, optimising stock sent to stores

What we offer

Access to Sonder. Sonder provides free confidential 24/7 personalised financial, medical safety, psychological or physical support for team members and their families
A progressive and competitive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you
Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work
Opportunity to Salary Sacrifice, enabling team members to purchase selected eligible items or services from pre-tax salary. Can be used for novated leases, superannuation contributions, Qantas Club membership, computing devices etc.

Fulltime

Merchandise Planner

Accountable for the pro-active management running of the business, by channel, p...

Location

United States , New Albany, Ohio

Salary:

Not provided

Ann Taylor

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 2-4 years in retail as a merchandise planner, allocation, financial analyst, or buyer experience a plus in addition to merchandise planning
Customer-centric focus with understanding of customer needs and ability to understand market trends
Ability to build strong relationships with a diverse group of cross functional partners, and cascade the proper level of information to support decision making
Undergraduate degree in finance, economics, accounting, business or related field
Good systems skills with experience in managing and reporting data in such environments as Excel, Arthur Planning, Data Warehouse, etc.
Key skills: Strong analytical ability, financial acumen, business influence and communication, change agility

Job Responsibility

Development of pre-season/in-season plans: Translation of merchant assortment strategies into plans at a subclass/week level that will achieve financial targets
Understanding of marketing calendar and impact to financial architecture
Assessment of past seasons and results providing insight to future plan development and recommendations in concert with merchandising partners
Identifies and reacts to opportunities to increase sales, improve margin, optimize inventories, and decrease markdowns and updates plans accordingly
Performs analytics to uncover opportunities and deliver insights
Pro-active management of inventory, on order positions and margin results: Manage and evaluate inventory positions, to ensure inventory levels optimize sales and margin and improve inventory productivity, including markdown management
Partner with allocation on store and channel plans and allocation strategies
Accountable for managing day-to-day running of the business and meeting deadlines: Provides cross-functional partners with scenarios that quantify upside opportunities and risks and has the ability to make compelling and persuasive cases for proposals that are grounded in sound facts or assumptions
Anticipates potential obstacles and works with cross-functional partners to establish contingency plans
Presents financial information in a concise, clear and confident manner in support of the needs of the business

What we offer

Merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands
Support for individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands
A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities
Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Time off – paid time off & holidays

Fulltime

Senior Executive MONO Merchandising SEA

This position is responsible for managing in-season trading activities to ensure...

Location

Malaysia , Selangor

Salary:

Not provided

Puma Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business management or relevant studies
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
MS Excel, Word, Power Point
Knowledge of SAP and Power BI will be is an added advantage
Fluent in English (both written and spoken)

Job Responsibility

Manage in-season trading activities to ensure efficient inventory management, smooth product rollouts, and effective cross-functional collaboration
Monitor and maintain optimal stock levels at stores and warehouses
Compile and analyze detailed sizing reports and data insights to guide allocations
Assess historical trends to identify inventory risks and opportunities
Facilitate stock consolidation across stores to minimize slow-moving merchandise
Track and enhance sell-through rates
Collaborate closely with Merchandising Planner to ensure continuous supply chain optimization
Work closely with Country Logistics team to proactively plan product ranges, provide delivery forecasts, and monitor shipment status
Collaborate with Logistics to ensure timely deliveries of merchandise
Coordinate delivery schedules to align with merchandising and promotional timelines

Merchandise Planner

In this role, you will report to the Head of Planning and take ownership of driv...

Location

Australia , Hawthorn

Salary:

Not provided

Bed Bath N' Table

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous Merchandise Planning experience within a retail environment, 3-5 years
Highly developed merchandising planning, analytical and strategic skills including retail mathematics and performance reviews
Advanced in Microsoft excel and merchandise processes and systems

Job Responsibility

Working with Product development teams in selection of items
Own and manage merch plans by region, with a focus of driving sales, maximising GP and stock turn
Build and manage pricing structures including exit strategies
Build accurate forecasts of your portfolio by week and report on progress
Manage and report on results for your portfolio
Conduct Post Seasonal Reviews
The quantification of promotional, seasonable and core product ranges
Lead and mentor a direct report working collaboratively to achieve goals

What we offer

Generous Staff discount on full price and reduced items
Great inner-city location in the vibrant Glenferrie café district of Hawthorn, close to public transport
Competitive salary package

Fulltime

Retail Solution Architect

We are seeking an experienced Retail Solution Architect to assist our existing c...

Location

India , Gachibowli, Telangana

Salary:

Not provided

Genzeon

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science
15+ years of experience in IT, with a focus on solution architecture and transformation
Proven experience in the retail industry, with a deep understanding of retail business processes and technologies
A strategic mindset with the ability to identify emerging trends in retail and translate them into actionable opportunities for clients
Demonstrated ability to lead complex transformation solutions from concept to delivery
Experience in designing and implementing solutions such as cloud platforms, retail enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems including supply chain solutions, data analytics, Point of Sale (POS), payments solutions, and digital platforms (e.g. eCommerce, Order Management)
Experience working with software platforms that support Buyers, planners and Merchandisers
Deep understanding of cloud computing technologies, business drivers, and emerging computing trends, within the Retail industry
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and stakeholders

Job Responsibility

Drive Partner-Led Growth, Incremental Growth, and Delivery-Led Growth strategies
Play a key role in Sales and Growth by leading Presales activities, managing RFP submissions, and developing long-term strategies to foster business expansion
Drive the design and implementation of innovative retail strategies, leveraging cutting-edge digital, cloud, and AI technologies in areas such as supply chain (with a focus on inventory management, logistics, order management & procurement), omnichannel commerce, customer experience platforms, and smart retail innovations
Collaborate closely with retail, fashion industry, distribution, apparels, and consumer goods clients to understand their business needs, identify problems, and propose effective comprehensive solutions (including blueprints & design specifications), lead the implementation of transformation projects by providing architectural guidance & oversight throughout the project lifecycle from initial concept to delivering successful engagement outcomes

Fulltime

New

Branch Merchandiser - Space Planner

To drive branch performance through effective space planning and merchandising. ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Fortnum & Mason

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in Branch Merchandising, Space Planning or a similar role
Strong experience using space planning software such as Scorpion, JDA or equivalent
Strong commercial and analytical capability, with experience in store and space performance analysis
Able to translate data and store insight into clear, actionable recommendations
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to analyse sales performance and make data-led decisions
Advanced Excel skills
Commercially driven and results-focused
Ability to interpret reports and present findings clearly

Job Responsibility

Own the development, maintenance and accuracy of planograms using Scorpion, JDA or similar space planning systems
Lead all space planning activity, ensuring store space is optimised through analysis of sales, rate of sale, store profiles and space productivity
Ensure all new ranges, seasonal changes and promotions are fully space planned and commercially justified
Support NPD launches, seasonal planning and promotional execution from a space perspective
Analyse sales and space performance to right-size categories, fixtures and ranges
Review sales versus space to identify over-spaced and under-spaced areas and recommend reallocation
Track and evaluate the impact of space and range changes, adjusting plans in line with trading patterns
Produce clear, insight-led reports to support commercial decision-making
Oversee the effective implementation of planograms in store, ensuring layouts are practical, compliant and maximise space productivity
Conduct regular branch visits to review merchandising standards, planogram compliance, stock holding and space effectiveness

What we offer

A generous store and restaurant discount of up to 40%
25 days holidays (excluded bank holidays) and an extra day off for your birthday
A fantastic subsidised staff restaurant which uses Fortnum’s ingredients
A range of opportunities to develop and grow personally and professionally
Excellent pension scheme

Fulltime

Merchandise Planner

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Boston

Category:
Sales

Contract Type:
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March 20, 2026

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