Associate Merchandise Planner

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +13 more states.

📋 Description

• Report directly to the Senior Merchandise Planner

• Develop and oversee pre-season and in-season financial strategies for a designated product category

• Monitor the financial performance of assigned products in relation to planned sales, gross margins, and inventory objectives

• Analyze data and emerging trends to pinpoint risks and opportunities for organizational growth

• Reconcile and present financial plans utilizing both top-down and bottom-up methodologies

• Convert financial insights into actionable recommendations that align with business strategy

• Engage in seasonal merchandise planning strategies to optimize sales, stock levels, and inventory flow

• Assist in forecasting future merchandise and inventory requirements

• Collaborate with Category Managers to formulate pre-season strategies

• Create and deliver product and financial analyses for weekly business meetings and monthly planning sessions

• Assess seasonality, trends, and brand performance to inform future strategies

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Merchandising, Operations, or a related discipline

• 1–2 years of experience in Merchandise or Demand Planning, Replenishment, or Financial Planning

• Strong analytical and numerical skills

• Fundamental understanding of retail mathematics and forecasting methods

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, particularly Excel

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

• Capacity to collaborate across various departments

• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment

• Willingness to learn from colleagues

• Experience with merchandise planning systems like Relex is preferred

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis

• Capable of working in a distraction-free remote environment

• Successful completion of thorough background checks

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance options

• 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

• Company-funded basic life insurance and long-term disability coverage

• Discounted auto, home, and pet insurance programs

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Confidential mental health, financial planning, and legal support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Company-provided equipment along with a one-time $250 work-from-home stipend

• $750 annual budget for professional development

• $25 monthly Grubhub credit

• Company rewards and recognition program

• Ownership for All program offering financial benefits from company growth and achievements

• Wellness initiatives and a Flex-Time Policy

• Annual merit increases and bonus opportunities

• Practical training opportunities

• Diversity and inclusion initiatives

• Options for internal mobility

• Volunteer Paid Time Off

• Monthly town halls, regular one-on-one check-ins, employee feedback initiatives, and a platform for company-wide ideas