Contract type
Location
New York, NY
Specialty
Salary
$80,000/year - $120,000/year
Remote
No
Reference
491886
Contact name
Nora Gillern
Job Description
We are currently building a pipeline of talented candidates for future Planner opportunities within the retail, beauty, and fashion industry. This is an excellent opportunity for analytical, detail-oriented professionals who are passionate about driving sales, managing inventory, and supporting strategic business growth through data-driven insights.
Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain sales, margin, and inventory plans to achieve financial goals and support merchandise strategies.
Analyze historical data, sales trends, and market factors to forecast future performance and identify opportunities or risks.
Partner closely with Merchandising, Buying, and Allocation teams to ensure alignment between financial plans and product strategies.
Create and update weekly and monthly sales and inventory reports, providing actionable insights and recommendations to leadership.
Monitor receipts, replenishment, and markdown strategies to optimize inventory productivity and profitability.
Assist in seasonal planning, open-to-buy management, and in-season forecasting adjustments.
Prepare presentations and recap reports to communicate business performance and financial projections.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Merchandising, or a related field.
3–5 years of experience in merchandise planning, allocation, or retail financial analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and planning systems; experience with tools such as JDA, SAP, or Oracle Retail is a plus.