Associate Merchandiser [AQ-18745]

Aquent; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental plans

Paid sick leave

Retirement plan with company match

Free online training (Aquent Gymnasium

Job summary

Aquent is seeking a results-driven Planning & Merchandising Analyst to shape product strategies and optimize inventory for a globally recognized brand based in the United States. You will influence assortment decisions, drive financial performance, and contribute to in-season operations across channels.

You will build expertise in inventory management, financial analysis, and business reporting, supporting revenue growth and profitability through data-driven insights and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• Foundational knowledge of business, finance, or retail planning concepts.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and draw insights.
• Proficiency in Excel and/or industry-standard planning systems.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to support the development of revenue benchmarks aligned with growth and profitability objectives.
• Analyze performance against plan to inform future assortment, inventory, and replenishment strategies.
• Contribute to ongoing reporting, including hindsight analysis and forward-looking projections.
• Support product productivity through item stratification and category analysis.
• Assist in managing inventory health across categories to ensure an optimal balance of supply and demand.
• Contribute insights to improve assortment strategy and lifecycle management.
• Monitor product performance using weekly business insights to identify risks and opportunities.
• Support the execution of product launches and merchandise initiatives across various channels.
• Help mitigate financial gaps by identifying opportunities to maximize in-season sales and reduce liability.
• Identify pricing and markdown opportunities to optimize sell-through and overall sales performance.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to improve promotional effectiveness.
• Communicate changes to purchase orders with cross-functional partners.
• Partner with Merchandising and Planning teams to support the assortment planning process.
• Contribute to alignment discussions to ensure clarity in assortment, metrics, and buy strategies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Excel

Planning systems

Job description

Join a dynamic team at a leading global enterprise, where innovation and excellence drive every decision. As a key partner with Aquent, this organization is at the forefront of delivering exceptional experiences and products to a worldwide audience. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of product merchandising, making a tangible impact on assortment decisions, inventory optimization, and in-season business performance for a globally recognized brand.

Step into a pivotal role where your analytical prowess and strategic thinking will directly influence product success and financial performance. As an integral part of the planning team, you will build foundational expertise in inventory management, financial analysis, and business reporting, directly contributing to initiatives that boost sales, profitability, and operational effectiveness. Your contributions will be vital in optimizing product strategies and enhancing customer experiences, playing a crucial part in bringing beloved products to life for consumers worldwide.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with leadership to support the development of revenue benchmarks aligned with growth and profitability objectives.
• Analyze performance against plan to inform future assortment, inventory, and replenishment strategies.
• Contribute to ongoing reporting, including hindsight analysis and forward-looking projections.
• Support product productivity through item stratification and category analysis.
• Assist in managing inventory health across categories to ensure an optimal balance of supply and demand.
• Contribute insights to improve assortment strategy and lifecycle management.
• Monitor product performance using weekly business insights to identify risks and opportunities.
• Support the execution of product launches and merchandise initiatives across various channels.
• Help mitigate financial gaps by identifying opportunities to maximize in-season sales and reduce liability.
• Identify pricing and markdown opportunities to optimize sell-through and overall sales performance.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to improve promotional effectiveness.
• Communicate changes to purchase orders (e.g., delays, cancellations, shifts) with cross-functional partners.
• Partner with Merchandising and Planning teams to support the assortment planning process.
• Contribute to alignment discussions to ensure clarity in assortment, metrics, and buy strategies.

What We're Looking For

• Preferred Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• Foundational knowledge of business, finance, or retail planning concepts.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and draw insights.
• Proficiency in Excel and/or industry-standard planning systems.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

What Will Set You Apart

• Internship or prior experience in retail, merchandising, planning, finance, or a related field.
• Exposure to inventory management, assortment planning, or financial forecasting concepts.
• Experience working with large datasets and translating insights into business recommendations.
• Familiarity with industry-standard merchandise planning or reporting tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of retail Key Performance Indicators (e.g., sales, margin, turn, sell-through).
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build effective cross-functional partnerships.

Who You Are

• Analytical Thinker: Applies data and standard practices to inform decisions.
• Learning Agile: Builds capability through structured assignments.
• Execution-Focused: Delivers accurate, timely work.
• Collaborative: Engages effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Business Acumen: Develops understanding of retail and planning fundamentals.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

Client Description

This legendary company has entertained, informed and inspired people around the globe for over 90 years. Named one of Forbes top companies to work for year over year, this is where dreams really do come true. Whether you're looking to create, support business growth and development, work behind-the-scenes on your favorite TV shows or upcoming movies, or anything in-between, this is your opportunity to start the next chapter of your career story and help create the exhilarating experiences this company is known for worldwide.