Associate Planner-Merchandise Planning

Rue Gilt Groupe; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail company in Boston is looking for an Associate Planner to develop and execute merchandising strategies. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years in retail, a solid understanding of retail trends, and strong analytical skills. The role offers a salary range of $60,000 to $72,000 and focuses on collaboration and process improvement within the team.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in retail or merchandise planning.
• Basic understanding of retail trends and consumer behavior.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute merchandise strategies with Sr. Planner.
• Evaluate financial performance of merchandise categories.
• Organize workload to ensure timely and accurate outputs.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Data Analysis

Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or quantitative field

Tools

Excel

Business Intelligence

Job description

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Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $72,000.00/yr

We’re Looking For...

As an Associate Planner – Merchandise Planning, you will participate in the development and execution of the merchandising and planning strategies for a merchandise category(ies) to drive top line sales and bottom-line profitability. You will work closely with the Sr. Planner – Merchandise Planning and cross-functional partners to ensure the category vision is executed, leveraging data analysis and knowledge of retail trends.

What You’ll Do:

• Strategic Thinking
• Collaborate with the Sr. Merchandise Planner to develop and support the execution of the overall merchandise strategy for multiple departments in partnership with the merchandising team.
• Contribute with strategic direction to inform a financial plan for area of responsibility and participate in in-season OTB discussion in partnership with the financial planner.
• Participate in establishing strategic initiatives to build assortment strategies that drive sales, profitability, and inventory efficiency.
• Evaluate the financial performance of merchandise categories against established KPI’s to support merchandise strategies.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis to the Merchandise Planning and Buying team, contributing to effective decision-making and the overall success of the merchandise planning strategies based on data analysis.
• Track and evaluate the financial performance of merchandise categories against established KPI’s.
• Results Driven
• Organize and prioritize workload for self to ensure timeliness and accuracy.
• Cultivate innovation through natural curiosity, constantly seeking new ideas
• Identify and participate in opportunities for process improvement within merchandise planning.
• Leadership
• Foster a collaborative culture within the planning team.
• Actively participate in self-development
• Mentor peers and Planning Analysts within the planning team.
• Communication
• Build and foster effective relationships with Merchandising, Programing, and other cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of Merchandising strategies to support overall business objectives.

About You:

At Rue Gilt Groupe, diversity enriches our passion, collaboration, kindness and innovation. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every Associate is empowered to learn, grow and bring their full self to work. Even if you don’t check off every qualification in the job description, that’s okay. We encourage you to apply to any role that excites you and sparks delight! We can’t wait to learn more about you.

• 1-2 years’ experience in retail, retail buying or merchandise planning.
• Basic understanding of retail industry trends, consumer behavior, and market dynamics.
• Demonstrated planning and analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, Business Intelligence
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast paced working environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or another quantitative field preferred
• E-commerce experience preferred.

Expected Base Salary Range: $60k-$72k

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Industry

Retail

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employee(s) assigned to this job. Rue Gilt Groupe reserves the right at any time, with or without notice, to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities within your general skill set or capabilities. Rue Gilt Groupe is proud to be an Equal Opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.