Remote Merchandise Planner: Forecast & Optimize Inventory

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. seeks a Merchandise Planner to drive sales, optimize inventory, and boost customer satisfaction through data-driven planning.

You will forecast demand, develop assortments with buying teams, and partner with allocation to optimize stock across stores and channels. The role collaborates with merchandising, marketing, and store ops; requires a Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in merchandise planning in specialty retail.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking to forecast trends and drive decisions.
• Deep understanding of specialty retail dynamics and customer behavior.
• Clear and collaborative communication across departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain merchandise financial plans by category, season, and store/channel.
• Forecast sales, margin, and inventory targets based on historical data and market trends.
• Collaborate with buying teams to build assortments that align with brand strategy and customer demand.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Retail Acumen

Communication

Technical Proficiency

Strategic Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Finance, or related field

Tools

JDA

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. seeks a Merchandise Planner to drive sales, optimize inventory, and boost customer satisfaction through data-driven planning.

You will forecast demand, develop assortments with buying teams, and partner with allocation to optimize stock across stores and channels. The role collaborates with merchandising, marketing, and store ops; requires a Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in merchandise planning in specialty retail.