Distribution Planner

J.Crew; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Well-being

Associate Discount

Summer Fridays

Community Impact

Winter Break

Job summary

J.Crew in New York, NY is seeking a Distribution Planner to help create, manage, and execute sales and inventory plans from investment through allocation at the product level. You will provide data and analysis to support lifecycle decisions and allocate assortments across categories.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of distribution planning or related analytics, strong Excel skills, and the ability to translate data into actionable insights to drive results within a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of distribution planning or related analytical experience.
• Strong analytic, financial and business acumen skills.
• Ability to evaluate financial and business indicators and translate data into actionable information to drive results; proficiency in retail math.
• Systems and Tools Acumen: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and aptitude to learn technical applications quickly.

Responsibilities

• Provide data and recommendations to influence the development of department/class level plans
• Assist in the development of department/class level allocation strategies
• Develop and execute strategies for packing, pre-packs, size balancing and inventory balancing
• Support in-season management of department/class level plans including ongoing assessments and updates
• Execute initial inventory releases
• Ensure receipt accuracy to support in-season allocation strategies
• Execute in-season price strategies, store level exceptions, and new store allocations
• Execute allocation and replenishment of Basics managed thru demand forecasting and management tools, as required

Skills

Strong analytic skills

Financial acumen

Business acumen

Retail math

Data interpretation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Hybrid - New York, New York, United States

Sep 15, 2026

$64,200 - $79,600/year

Our Story

J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion.

Since 1983, we’ve been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view—it’s no wonder we’ve been in your closet for four decades and counting.

Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes—we’re proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are.

Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.

The Role + Purpose:

The Distribution Plannerprovides support in creating, managing, and executing sales and inventory plans from investment through allocation at the product/category/item level. The Distribution Planner is responsible for providing to the teams relevant data and analysis throughout the product lifecycle.

Provide data and recommendations to influence the development of department/class level plans

Assist in the development of department/class level allocation strategies

Develop and execute strategies for packing, pre-packs, size balancing and inventory balancing

Support in-season management of department/class level plans including ongoing assessments and updates

Execute initial inventory releases

Ensure receipt accuracy to support in-season allocation strategies

Execute in-season price strategies, store level exceptions, and new store allocations

Business Process Management-Supply Chain Operations:

• Execute allocation and replenishment of Basics managed thru demand forecasting and management tools, as required

Qualifications:

1-3 years of distribution planning or related analytical experience

Strong analytic, financial and business acumen skills

Ability to evaluate financial and business indicators and translate data into actionable information to drive results; proficiency in retail math

Systems and Tools Acumen:Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and have aptitude to learn technical applications quickly

• Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance,family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
• Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
• Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.
• Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
• Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.

Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.

Salary Range: $64,200.00 - $79,600.00

At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company’s size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’sgeographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group’s competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.

One of our core focuses here at JCGis creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.

JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.

J.Crew

Celebrating creativity, inclusivity & collaboration – together we’ll dress every family for all of life’s moments

J.Crew Factory offers a vibrant collection of classic, preppy-inspired styles and accessories at unbeatable prices for the entire family, ensuring fun and versatile shopping.

Retail Apparel and Fashion Retail

Company size 5,001–10,000 employees

Company type Privately held

Total funding 0

Momentum

Team growth

Momentum

Team growth

4% in 12 mo

1,801 employees on LinkedIn

Capital

Funding history

Footprint

Where they work

New York, US