Hybrid Merchandise Planner - Optimize Inventory & Growth

Socket.dev; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks an Associate Merchandise Planner to optimize stock levels and drive sales at its City of Industry, CA HQ. This hybrid role collaborates across buying and marketing to forecast demand, manage the open-to-buy process, and align inventory with margin goals.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in retail planning, a Business/Finance degree, strong Excel skills, and a data-driven mindset to contribute to growth.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in retail planning or inventory management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• VBA and/or AI experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor sales and inventory levels to support business goals.
• Analyze product performance and customer demand to optimize assortment.
• Manage open-to-buy process and align sales, margin, and inventory goals.
• Leverage KPIs such as sales, margin, and sell-through to highlight opportunities.
• Collaborate with buying and marketing teams on promotions.
• Use analytics tools to generate insights and support reporting.
• Evaluate competitive retail trends and translate insights into actions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data-driven mindset

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Socket.dev seeks an Associate Merchandise Planner to optimize stock levels and drive sales at its City of Industry, CA HQ. This hybrid role collaborates across buying and marketing to forecast demand, manage the open-to-buy process, and align inventory with margin goals.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in retail planning, a Business/Finance degree, strong Excel skills, and a data-driven mindset to contribute to growth.