Merchandise Planner

Our client, a group of consumer lifestyle brands, is looking for a Merchandise Planner to join their team.

Full time / direct hire

Hybrid in Anaheim – 3 days onsite

$65-$85k

Job Responsibilities:

• Analyze and evaluate crucial business KPIs: margin, sales, promotions, inventory, markdowns, and specific product opportunities
• Assist in the development of top-down/bottom-up plans: monthly, seasonal, annual
• Recognize and evaluate sales trends, highlight wins/misses, and identify sales opportunities to optimize sales by channel
• Report on sales to plan weekly to cross-functional teams to ensure all efforts are being made to hit the goals
• Manage and report on the Open-to-buy on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
• Ensure that all product purchases align with appropriate breadth, depth, and sizing opportunities for each category
• Keep track of inventory positions to pinpoint opportunities for reorders, recalls, markdowns, and margin improvement

Requirements:

• 1-2 years of experience in planning/buying, allocation, or merchandising
• Proficient in retail math: sell-through, WOS, Gross Margin, Inventory turn, etc.
• Must have a strong knowledge of Excel: design and build reports from data spreadsheets
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to shifting priorities; possesses the capability to organize and prioritize workload effectively to meet deadlines
• Eager to learn & grow their career in planning
• A collaborative team player, hardworking, dedicated, open-minded, humble, and enthusiastic —ready and eager to learn every part of the buying and planning process
• Strong attention to detail with excellent follow-up capabilities

Nice-to-Have:

• Amazon experience - Seller Central knowledge

Salary and Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) plan + Company Match
• Paid time off & holiday pay
• Food + coffee + snacks
• Deep discounts on all products
• Company parties and lunch