Merchandise Analyst

Shoe Sensation, Inc.; Jeffersonville (IN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

4 weeks PTO

Employee discount

Job summary

Shoe Sensation, Inc. in Jeffersonville, IN, is seeking a Retail Merchandise Analyst in a hybrid role. This position involves supporting inventory planning and managing allocations for over 240 stores, ensuring optimal product flow to drive sales and maintain inventory health.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of experience in merchandising or retail analytics, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel. Comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan, are provided.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in merchandising, planning, allocation, or retail analytics.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to influence and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory for assigned merchandise categories to drive sales and margin.
• Build and maintain allocation strategies to maximize sell-through.
• Analyze item, program, and store performance to support turn and weeks-of-supply goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Retail Merchandise Analyst (Hybrid)

Location: Jeffersonville, IN (Must live within 35 miles)
Schedule: Full Time | Hybrid
Department: Merchandising

Shoe Sensation is hiring a Retail Merchandise Analyst to support inventory planning, allocation, and product flow across 240+ stores. This role partners closely with Merchandising leadership to ensure the right products reach the right stores at the right time — driving sales, margin, and inventory health.

Primary Accountabilities/Job Responsibilities

• Manage inventory for assigned merchandise categories to drive sales and margin
• Build and maintain allocation strategies to maximize sell‑through
• Analyze item, program, and store performance to support turn and weeks‑of‑supply goals
• Execute initial and replenishment allocations by store
• Identify over/under performers and recommend actions to Planners and Buyers
• Develop and adjust models based on trends, size optimization, and inventory availability
• Plan assortments for new and remodeled stores
• Monitor new store performance to ensure healthy inventory levels
• Maintain replenishment parameters in Imagine
• Support attribute and cluster management across store groups
• Manage DC inventory levels and clearance store assortments
• Participate in process improvements and technology rollouts
• Build strong cross‑functional partnerships across Merchandising and Operations

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field
• 3–5 years of experience in merchandising, planning, allocation, or retail analytics
• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to influence and communicate effectively
• Strong time‑management skills and ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel up to 5%

Compensation

• Full‑time salaried role
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• 4 weeks PTO
• Employee discount

Since opening in 1984, Shoe Sensation has focused on bringing America’s top footwear brands to growing communities in the Midwest and South. Shoe Sensation has achieved success through superior merchandise assortment, and outstanding customer service, within a well‑designed and comfortably appointed store environment.