Associate Merchandise Planner: Data-Driven Growth

URBN Urban Outfitters, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Retirement savings

Job summary

URBN Urban Outfitters, Inc. is seeking an Associate Merchandise Planner for Nuuly to maximize subscription revenue by crafting a sound merchandise and assortment plan for rentals that reduces risk and boosts turn and in-stock performance.

You will collaborate with buying and planning teams, interpret reports, and apply data-driven insights to optimize outcomes. The role emphasizes ownership, cross-functional collaboration, and ongoing development in best practices to support growth and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Merchandise Planning in a retail environment.
• Experience in start-up environment a plus.
• Strong financial and analytical skills.
• Results oriented.
• Critical-thinking.
• Problem-solving skills to anticipate problems before they happen and handle them appropriately when they do.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong data warehouse skills (EDW, Looker, Island Pacific).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion, Business, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Support & Analysis: Uses planning tools and systems to assist in decision-making, interpret reporting, and communicate findings effectively.
• Business Execution & Problem-Solving: Supports business recommendations, helps resolve challenges, and applies analytical insights to improve processes.
• Process & Ownership: Tracks key metrics, collaborates with the buying team on weekly evaluations, and applies data-driven insights to enhance strategies.
• Collaboration & Communication: Builds strong working relationships with buying and planning teams, engages with senior leaders, and contributes positively to team processes.
• Growth & Development: Takes initiative in learning industry best practices, seeks mentorship, and supports team goals while developing professional skills.

Skills

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Financial analysis

Critical thinking

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion/Business or related field

Tools

EDW

Looker

Island Pacific

Job description

URBN Urban Outfitters, Inc. is seeking an Associate Merchandise Planner for Nuuly to maximize subscription revenue by crafting a sound merchandise and assortment plan for rentals that reduces risk and boosts turn and in-stock performance.

You will collaborate with buying and planning teams, interpret reports, and apply data-driven insights to optimize outcomes. The role emphasizes ownership, cross-functional collaboration, and ongoing development in best practices to support growth and