Senior Merchandise Planner: Strategic Growth & Inventory

SSENSE; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech platform in Montreal is seeking a Senior Merchandise Planner for a 12-month contract. This role involves driving strategic planning efforts, managing a high-value brand portfolio, and overseeing a small team. Candidates should have a background in finance or business, 5-8 years of merchandise planning experience, and advanced skills in Excel. Effective communication skills in both French and English are essential. The position allows for hybrid work, requiring office presence twice a week.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

Generous Employee Discount

Access to telemedicine

Savings and retirement plan matching

Gender affirmation coverage

Opportunity to work with innovative technologies

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of merchandise planning experience, preferably in retail or e-commerce.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French and English.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive planning consistency and manage business plans for brand portfolio.
• Act as team lead and oversee planning activities for direct reports.
• Collaborate on budget allocation and ensure consistency in strategies.
• Lead cross-functional projects and refine planning processes.
• Build and manage training for new employees.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Retail math

Financial planning

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Tableau

Job description

A leading tech platform in Montreal is seeking a Senior Merchandise Planner for a 12-month contract. This role involves driving strategic planning efforts, managing a high-value brand portfolio, and overseeing a small team. Candidates should have a background in finance or business, 5-8 years of merchandise planning experience, and advanced skills in Excel. Effective communication skills in both French and English are essential. The position allows for hybrid work, requiring office presence twice a week.