Data-Driven Merchandise Planner

Bespokepost; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Company equity

Annual bonus

Health, dental, vision insurance

401k with company contribution

Home office stipend

Learning allowance

Paid parental leave

Flexible schedule

Donation matching

Employee discount

Job summary

Bespoke Post is hiring an Associate Merchandise Planner. This data-driven role centers on what to buy, how much, and when, turning trends and inventory data into actionable recommendations.

You’ll own planning for assigned categories, forecast demand, manage OTB, and analyze SKU performance to guide investment and replenishment decisions. Collaborate with Merchandising on seasonal plans, whole-year forecasting, and performance reviews, while supporting launches, campaigns, and promotions.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in merchandise planning or equivalent analytical role.
• Strong Excel/Sheets skills with pivots/lookups.
• Knowledge of retail metrics and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts for assigned categories.
• Manage day-to-day planning and maintain category-level OTB.
• Analyze SKU performance and advise on investments, replenishment, or exits.
• Partner with Buying on seasonal plans and assortments.
• Support launches, promotions and peak periods planning.
• Build dashboards to track performance and insights.

Skills

Merchandise planning

Retail analytics

Forecasting

Data analysis

Excel / Google Sheets

Communication

Attention to detail

High-growth environment

Tools

Excel

Job description

Bespoke Post is hiring an Associate Merchandise Planner. This data-driven role centers on what to buy, how much, and when, turning trends and inventory data into actionable recommendations.

You’ll own planning for assigned categories, forecast demand, manage OTB, and analyze SKU performance to guide investment and replenishment decisions. Collaborate with Merchandising on seasonal plans, whole-year forecasting, and performance reviews, while supporting launches, campaigns, and promotions.