Strategic Merchandise Planner — Data-Driven Inventory

Amazon; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 80,600 - 141,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

A major online retailer is seeking a highly analytical Merchandise Planner based in Omaha, Nebraska. The role involves driving success through data-driven insights, assortment optimization, and category planning. Responsibilities include partnering with buyers, managing inventory health, and developing financial plans to maximize profitability. The ideal candidate should have experience in supply chain management and proficiency in Excel. The position offers a salary range of $80,600 to $141,100 annually, alongside comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with Excel.
• 4+ years of supply chain, inventory management or project management experience.
• Experience in retail or wholesale business.

Responsibilities

• Partner with buyer(s) to design seasonal and annual strategies by category and vendor.
• Build financial plans in accordance with merchandise strategies to maximize profitability.
• Drive in-season decision-making to achieve financial and strategic targets.
• Manage inventory health, open-to-buy, item-level forecasting, and assortment planning.
• Optimize sales and inventory productivity through analysis and plans.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Supply chain management

Inventory management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

A major online retailer is seeking a highly analytical Merchandise Planner based in Omaha, Nebraska. The role involves driving success through data-driven insights, assortment optimization, and category planning. Responsibilities include partnering with buyers, managing inventory health, and developing financial plans to maximize profitability. The ideal candidate should have experience in supply chain management and proficiency in Excel. The position offers a salary range of $80,600 to $141,100 annually, alongside comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and 401(k) matching.