Merchandise Planner (Contract)

SSENSE; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology platform in Montreal is looking for a Merchandise Planner to manage product assortment strategies and analyze sales data. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business Administration, 3+ years of experience in merchandise planning, and be fluent in both French and English. The role involves working onsite twice a week and offers extended health benefits and a generous employee discount.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

Parental top up program

Generous Employee Discount

Access to telemedicine

Savings and retirement plan matching contributions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in merchandise planning.
• Fluency in both French and English, written and spoken.
• Experience in a fashion retail or e-commerce environment is a major asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full planning cycle for specific brands.
• Design innovative product assortment strategies.
• Conduct in-depth business analyses to maximize sales opportunities.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Team Player

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business Administration

Tools

Google Sheets

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Description

SSENSE is a global technology platform operating at the intersection of culture, community, and commerce. Headquartered in Montreal, it features a mix of established and emerging luxury brands across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and Everything Else™. SSENSE has garnered critical acclaim as both an e-commerce engine and a producer of cultural content, generating an average of 100 million monthly page views.

Job Description

Please note that this is an approximately 10-month contract.

What You Will Do:

• Manage the full planning cycle for specific brands, from budget development to final order approval.

• Design and propose innovative product assortment strategies in alignment with the company's overall strategy.

• Work closely with the Buying team to ensure that every acquisition contributes to achieving sales targets.

• Update the purchase control log on a weekly basis and communicate key results.

• Conduct in‑depth business analyses to maximize sales opportunities, both pre‑season and in‑season.

• Draft and present regular analytical reports on sales, margin, and inventory status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands‑on experience in merchandise planning.
• Intermediate proficiency with Google Sheets and/or Microsoft Excel.
• Fluency in French and English, both written and spoken.
• Be available to come to the office twice a week (Tuesday and Wednesday).
• Experience in a fashion retail, luxury, retail, or e‑commerce environment is a major asset.

What Sets You Apart:

• Exceptional Analytical Skills: You are detail‑oriented and transform raw data into actionable strategies.
• Team Player and Multitasker: You work effectively in collaboration while managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Highly Adaptable: You thrive in a stimulating and rapidly evolving work environment.

Why Join Us:

• Extended health and dental benefits, including comprehensive mental health programs and coverage
• Parental top up program
• Generous Employee Discount
• Access to telemedicine and employee and family assistance program
• Savings and retirement plan matching contributions
• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies and an innovative team that’s pushing the boundaries of technology

SSENSE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need special accommodations, let us know. We will do our best to accommodate you!