Merchandise Planner, DTC

CROCS; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Crocs, Inc. is seeking a data-savvy analyst to drive inventory analytics across DTC and Wholesale channels. You will build reports, monitor turnover, and identify opportunities to optimize assortment and speed to market.

The role emphasizes collaboration with merchandising and planning teams, leveraging Excel, Tableau, and Power BI to present insights and influence buying decisions. On-site work with competitive compensation awaits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Analytics, or a related field preferred.
• At least 2+ years of experience in data analysis, reporting, and developing plans for growth, preferably in retail or accessories.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI).
• Experience with inventory management systems and forecasting tools.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting complex data clearly to stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with market research and consumer behavior analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth weekly and monthly analyses to assess sales performance across DTC and Wholesale channels, inventory turnover, and assortment effectiveness.
• Develop comprehensive reports that highlight key trends, sales opportunities, and recommendations for assortment optimization to improve speed.
• Manage Product Life Cycle Inventory actions and SKU productivity analysis.
• Analyze sales data to uncover insights that drive revenue growth, drive faster decision-making and improve inventory turnover rates.
• Monitor market trends across channels, analyze sell-in/sell-out data to advise demand opportunities and support buying decision-making.
• Partner with Channel Planning leads to recommend strategies to ensure alignment with market demands and optimize inventory levels.
• Collaborate with Global Merchandising GMM to recommend changes to product assortment to improve sales and meet consumer demand.
• Make actionable recommendations on buying strategies and inventory allocation across channels.
• Make speed buy recommendations to channel leads as part of the monthly planning cycle.
• Identify inefficiencies in current processes and suggest improvements to improve speed and responsiveness.
• Stay updated with industry guidelines in inventory management and demand forecasting.

Skills

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Inventory management

Forecasting tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Analytics, or related field

Tools

Forecasting tools

Inventory management systems

Job description

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At Crocs, Inc., every career offers a chance to make a real impact. No two journeys look the same. And that's exactly how we like it. Whether you’re welcoming customers into our stores, collaborating with global teams at our headquarters, or keeping operations moving at our distribution centers, your impact is real and valued. At Crocs, Inc. you’re not expected to fit a mold. You’re encouraged to break it and create something better.

What You'll Do

• Conduct in-depth weekly and monthly analyses to assess sales performance across DTC and Wholesale channels, inventory turnover, and assortment effectiveness.
• Develop comprehensive reports that highlight key trends, sales opportunities, and recommendations for assortment optimization to improve speed.
• Manage Product Life Cycle Inventory actions and SKU productivity analysis.
• Analyze sales data to uncover insights that drive revenue growth, drive faster decision-making and improve inventory turnover rates.
• Monitor market trends across channels, analyze sell-in/sell-out data to advise demand opportunities and support buying decision-making.
• Partner with Channel Planning leads to recommend strategies to ensure alignment with market demands and optimize inventory levels.
• Collaborate with Global Merchandising GMM to recommend changes to product assortment to improve sales and meet consumer demand.
• Make actionable recommendations on buying strategies and inventory allocation across channels.
• Make speed buy recommendations to channel leads as part of the monthly planning cycle.
• Identify inefficiencies in current processes and suggest improvements to improve speed and responsiveness.
• Stay updated with industry guidelines in inventory management and demand forecasting.

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Analytics, or a related field preferred.
• At least 2+ years of experience in data analysis, reporting, and developing plans for growth, preferably in retail or accessories.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Experience with inventory management systems and forecasting tools.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting complex data clearly to stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with market research and consumer behavior analysis.

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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.We accept applications on an ongoing basis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability, or any other classification protected by law.

Salary or Pay Range: $80,000 - $90,000

Pay offered will vary based on job-related factors such as location, experience, training, skills, and abilities.

At Crocs, Inc. we believe in the power of a blend of in-person and virtual collaboration to drive creativity and strengthen relationships. Your participation in this flexible schedule plays a key role in building a connected and successful team. In-office requirements vary by our work personas: Resident (5 days), Collaborator (4 days), Connector (2-3 days), Explorer (fully remote). This role has been aligned to the Collaborator persona.

This position is eligible to participate in a company incentive program.

This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

The application window is 45 days, but applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible after the posting date in order to ensure optimal consideration. The posting will be removed if the job is filled before the application window deadline.