E-Commerce Planner

WÜSTHOF GmbH; Milford (CT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

WÜSTHOF is seeking a highly analytical and results-driven E-commerce Planner to support the financial and operational success of our growing digital business in Milford, CT. Reporting to the Senior E-commerce Manager, you will develop forecasts, budgets, and KPI dashboards, and translate data into actionable insights across Amazon and Shopify channels.

This hybrid role requires strong Excel modeling and cross-functional collaboration with Digital, Finance and Supply Chain teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Retail Merchandising, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in financial planning, inventory planning, merchandise planning, or business analysis.
• Strong skills in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Experience supporting retail, consumer goods, or e-commerce businesses.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
• Knowledge of Amazon Vendor Central required; experience with Shopify Analytics, GA4, and Klaviyo preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial planning.
• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership.
• Analyze business performance, including sales, margins, profitability, inventory, and promotional results.
• Develop sales, demand, and inventory forecasts across e-commerce channels, including Amazon and Shopify.
• Provide SKU-level forecasting, replenishment recommendations, and inventory planning support.
• Monitor key KPIs and identify opportunities to improve revenue, inventory productivity, and operational performance.
• Conduct promotional planning analysis and post-event reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on product launches, inventory strategies, and business initiatives.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Retail Merchandising, or a related field

Tools

Amazon Vendor Central

Shopify Analytics

GA4

Klaviyo

Job description

As a manufacturer of high-quality chef's knives, we know, cutting is sharing! Whether it’s cooking a family meal together or sharing a slice of cake, it brings people and families together. That's exactly how we see teamwork. With every day at WÜSTHOF, we want to share our vision, our experience and our success – with you!

WÜSTHOF is seeking a highly analytical and results-driven E-commerce Planner to support the financial and operational success of our growing digital business. Reporting to the Senior E-commerce Manager, this role is responsible for driving e-commerce planning through sales forecasting, inventory planning, financial analysis, budgeting, and performance reporting.

Working closely with Digital, Finance and Supply Chain, the E-commerce Planner will translate data into actionable business insights that optimize inventory, improve profitability, and support strategic decision-making across all e-commerce channels. The ideal candidate combines strong financial and retail planning expertise with a deep understanding of e-commerce performance metrics and cross-functional collaboration.

Job requirements

Key Responsibilities

Support annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial planning.

Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership.

Analyze business performance, including sales, margins, profitability, inventory, and promotional results.

Develop sales, demand, and inventory forecasts across e-commerce channels, including Amazon and Shopify.

Provide SKU-level forecasting, replenishment recommendations, and inventory planning support.

Monitor key KPIs and identify opportunities to improve revenue, inventory productivity, and operational performance.

Conduct promotional planning analysis and post-event reporting.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams on product launches, inventory strategies, and business initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Retail Merchandising, or a related field.

5+ years of experience in financial planning, inventory planning, merchandise planning, or business analysis.

Strong skills in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.

Experience supporting retail, consumer goods, or e-commerce businesses.

Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.

Knowledge of Amazon Vendor Central required; experience with Shopify Analytics, GA4, and Klaviyo preferred.

Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Core Competencies

Strong ownership and accountability.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Adaptability, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.

Ability to turn complex data into actionable business insights.

This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Milford, CT. Candidates must currently reside within commuting distance to be considered. Relocation assistance is not provided.

WÜSTHOF is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a diverse team. We will consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, gender, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetics, or veteran status.