Strategic Merchandise Planner & Sourcing Expert

JESS LEA; Magnolia (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

JESS LEA LLC in Magnolia, TX is seeking a Merchandise Planner and Sourcing Specialist. This full-time, on-site role focuses on forecasting demand, planning assortments, and managing inventory to support sales and margins.

You will source products from suppliers, negotiate terms, track deliveries, and provide regular reporting. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in apparel merchandising, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems such as Acumatica.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in apparel merchandising, buying, merchandise planning, sourcing, or product development.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Experience with ERP systems; Acumatica experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop seasonal and monthly merchandise plans based on historical sales, trends, and company goals.
• Analyze historical sales by style, category, color, size, and sales channel.
• Develop sales and inventory forecasts to support wholesale and retail business.
• Recommend initial order quantities and replenishment quantities based on demand.
• Monitor actual sales vs. forecasts and identify variances.
• Track sell-through, weeks of supply, inventory turnover, and markdowns.

Skills

Excel

Analytical abilities

Forecasting

Vendor negotiation

Inventory planning

Tools

Acumatica ERP

ERP systems

Job description

JESS LEA LLC in Magnolia, TX is seeking a Merchandise Planner and Sourcing Specialist. This full-time, on-site role focuses on forecasting demand, planning assortments, and managing inventory to support sales and margins.

You will source products from suppliers, negotiate terms, track deliveries, and provide regular reporting. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in apparel merchandising, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems such as Acumatica.