Strategic Merchandise Planner – Forecasting & Inventory

5.11; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) program with employer match

Employee discounts

Job summary

A leading outdoor brand in Costa Mesa is seeking a Merchandise Planner to drive revenue and inventory strategies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in merchandise planning and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include developing forecasts, managing inventory flow, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This position offers a pay range of $80,000-$95,000 annually plus bonuses, alongside a comprehensive benefits program including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in merchandise planning or demand planning.
• Experience in apparel or consumer goods preferred.
• Proven ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Sales and Merchandising to drive revenue and inventory strategies.
• Lead meetings to align sales and inventory plans.
• Develop product forecasts using sales history and trend analysis.
• Monitor selling trends to identify risks and opportunities.
• Manage inventory flow to achieve productivity goals.

Skills

Merchandise planning

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Excel skills

Collaboration

Communication

Demand forecasting

Tools

Logility

Job description

A leading outdoor brand in Costa Mesa is seeking a Merchandise Planner to drive revenue and inventory strategies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in merchandise planning and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include developing forecasts, managing inventory flow, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This position offers a pay range of $80,000-$95,000 annually plus bonuses, alongside a comprehensive benefits program including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.