Merchandise Planning Specialist

3 weeks ago


Santa Ana, California, United States Aquent Full time

Job Summary

Aquent is seeking a highly skilled Merchandise Planning Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our planning team, you will be responsible for creating and executing strategic merchandise plans that drive financial results.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage annual and seasonal merchandise plans, leveraging historical data, market influences, and sales trends for accurate forecasting.
  • Oversee in-season business management by monitoring sales performance, identifying opportunities and risks, and ensuring product assortments support country-specific sales targets.
  • Lead the Open-To-Buy (OTB) process, adjusting forecasts and inventory as necessary to achieve financial targets.
  • Build and maintain strong collaborative partnerships with cross-functional teams, aligning on shared objectives.
  • Utilize system tools, reporting capabilities, and data analysis to monitor business trends and implement actionable strategies.

Requirements

  • 5-8 years of experience in Merchandise Planning, ideally in an omni-channel or multi-retail concept environment.
  • International planning experience is a plus.
  • Advanced analytical, communication, and Excel skills, with preferred experience in merchandise planning systems (e.g., Blue Yonder, SAP).

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Medical health insurance and dental insurance.
  • Life insurance.
  • Eligibility to participate in 401k plan with company match.

About Aquent

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.



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