Produce Merch Planner: Forecast & Strategy

MaziCTools; United States; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Target is seeking a Merchandise Planner in Produce to manage financials and forecasting for our Produce category. You will act as a financial hub between Merchandising and Supply Chain, informing decisions that affect inventory and assortment plans across stores and online.

You will shape seasonal plans, conduct scenario analyses, and lead in-season adjustments to maximize sales and inventory efficiency while partnering with vendors and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Strong strategic, financial, and analytical capabilities; translate data into insights

Responsibilities

• Own in-season decision support and demand forecasting.
• Lead open-to-buy planning and assess category investments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Merchandising and Supply Chain.
• Conduct scenario planning and perform price and promo impact analyses.
• Drive end-to-end forecasting and ensure alignment with sales targets.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial analysis

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Four-year degree

Job description

Target is seeking a Merchandise Planner in Produce to manage financials and forecasting for our Produce category. You will act as a financial hub between Merchandising and Supply Chain, informing decisions that affect inventory and assortment plans across stores and online.

You will shape seasonal plans, conduct scenario analyses, and lead in-season adjustments to maximize sales and inventory efficiency while partnering with vendors and internal teams.