Strategic Merchandise Planner | Data-Driven Forecasting

SuperMom's LLC; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

7-Eleven Irving, TX is seeking a Category Planner to drive financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis across assigned merchandise categories. You will partner with Category Managers and cross-functional teams to align assortment, pricing, and promotions with financial targets and business objectives.

The role requires 3+ years in retail planning or analytics, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and the ability to deliver data-driven insights to influence stakeholders in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in retail planning, merchandising, demand forecasting, inventory management, finance, or analytics.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and intermediate AI tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to make actionable recommendations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop monthly and annual category financial plans with Category Managers and cross-functional teams.
• Verify merchandise performance and initiatives across categories on a monthly basis.
• Build mid-month and end-of-month forecasts using historical data and trends.
• Provide reporting and insights by month, quarter, and year to support category strategies.
• Monitor inventory levels with Demand Chain and guide forecasts for new items and promotions.
• Create executive-level reports and presentations detailing merchandise performance and proposing strategies.

Skills

Financial forecasting

Critical thinking

Strategic partnership

Agile mindset

Data visualization

Technical tools

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

AI tools

Job description

7-Eleven Irving, TX is seeking a Category Planner to drive financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis across assigned merchandise categories. You will partner with Category Managers and cross-functional teams to align assortment, pricing, and promotions with financial targets and business objectives.

The role requires 3+ years in retail planning or analytics, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and the ability to deliver data-driven insights to influence stakeholders in a fast-paced,