Analyst, New Market

Ross Stores, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 98,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Stock purchase plan

Vacation time

Job summary

Ross Stores, Inc. is seeking a New Market Analyst to help develop robust market plans and analyze performance across new markets, including stores in New York and other major markets.

You will drive pre-season and in-season planning, monitor trends, and provide actionable recommendations to planning and merchandising teams. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and the ability to translate insights into strategic initiatives, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ retail merchandise planning experience involving sales and inventory planning and forecasting.
• Demonstrated independence, communication, presentation skills and strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to partner and influence cross-functional partners.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint with strong technical and functional skills.
• Thorough knowledge of planning systems; Arthur Planning is strongly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support development of new market budgets, pre-season planning and in-season guidance.
• Prepare reports to review pre-season plans and opportunities/risks.
• Monitor weekly and monthly new market performance to understand sales trends.
• Review plans against in-season performance and pre-season callouts.
• Ensure adequate funding of new market strategies.
• Collaborate with Planning, Allocation and Merchandising to develop integrated business plans.
• Conduct regular store visits to translate learnings into actionable recommendations.

Skills

Retail planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Arthur Planning

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you!

Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience.

As Part Of Our Team, You Will Experience

• Success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving
• Career growth. We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow
• Teamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution
• Our commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community.

Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2025 revenues of $22.8 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.

About This Opportunity...

The New Market Analyst is responsible for supporting development of robust new market plans and execution of strategies. The New Market Analyst reports on new market performance, effectively analyzes drivers of sales trends, supports pre-season and in-season and hindsight's quarterly new market performance.

What You Will Do And What You Will Learn...

• Support development of new market budgets, pre-season planning and in-season guidance.
• Prepare reports / views to review pre-season plans. Review LY hindsights for opportunities / risks. Review plan revisions against pre-season callouts and recap plan opportunities / risks.
• Monitor weekly new market performance and monthly performance at the Sub-Division to understand sales trends.
• Review new market plans against in-season performance and pre-season callouts.
• Review and analyze new market plans against new market strategies; ensure strategies are appropriately funded.
• Review business monthly, quarterly and seasonally to hindsight potential risk and opportunities and share recommendations with manager.
• Perform ad hoc analysis as requested
• Partner cross-functionally across Planning, Allocation, and Merchandising to develop integrated business plans, support chain strategies, and ensure Best in Class experience with New Markets
• Conduct regular store visits to gain firsthand insights into customer preferences, shopping behaviors, and assortment performance, translating learnings into actionable recommendations for planning and merchandising strategies.

What You Need To Be Successful...

• Bachelor’s Degree, or the equivalent required
• Minimum of 3 years’ retail merchandise planning experience involving sales and inventory planning and forecasting
• Demonstrated independence, communication, presentation skills and strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Ability to partner and influence cross-functional partners
• Proficient in Excel and Power Point with strong technical and functional skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong retail math skills, analytical and conceptual skills
• Thorough knowledge of planning systems, Arthur Planning is strongly desirable

Perks And Benefits Of Joining Our Team...

Our Associates are at the heart of everything we do and we're proud to offer a range of benefits that reflect how much we value their contributions. Here's a peek into what you can expect as an eligible Ross Associate:

• A broad range of affordable health insurance options & personal medical plan concierge 401(k) with employer match and Life insurance
• Ample PTO including accrued vacation, paid holidays, diversity day, summer Fridays and the ability to purchase additional vacation.
• Employee stock purchase plan*
• Access to health and wellness benefits such as BetterHelp and Headspace
• Charitable donations matched by Ross Stores Foundation
• And more....
• benefits vary by level and position and are subject to change

DISCLAIMER

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management’s discretion.

Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company’s overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.

The base pay range for this role $98,000.00 to $110,000.00. The base pay range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.