Merchandise Planner jobs in Medford, MA

Merchandise Planner plans and forecasts for future merchandise buys based on historical buys, reoccurring buys and current inventory levels. Responsible for reviewing stock to sales ratios, responding to changing sales trends, and ensuring plan sales, plan markups, and plan markdowns are achieved by departments. Being a Merchandise Planner plans and coordinates merchandise flow-through. Inputs and maintains data in various merchandising systems. Additionally, Merchandise Planner may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Merchandise Planner gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Merchandise Planner typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Merchandise Planner
  • NOBULL
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • NOBULL is a wellness community that invites and challenges individuals who aspire to be a better version of themselves physically, mentally, and emotionally. Through footwear, apparel, nutrition and a winning mentality, we provide the plays and playbook for your personal pursuit of self-improvement. Our company is comprised of a small team of bright, passionate, and hardworking individuals dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives.


    NOBULL is seeking a Merchandise Planner to support the development of a comprehensive forecasting and merchandise, and inventory planning capability for their quickly growing company.  The Merchandise Planner will report to the Manager of Merchandise Planning and work closely with cross-functional leaders to drive improved visibility, decision-making, and cross-functional transparency. This position will play a key role in building a world-class planning function.

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    Responsibilities:
    • Maintain OTB report forecasting sales, gross margin, and inventory turn by week/month at a Style and SKU level
    • Run and compile routine reporting regarding on-hand SKU performance, velocity, inventory, and sales contributions
    • Manage and plan merchandise inventory positions and partner with marketing to propose markdown strategies to drive departmental sales, inventory, profit and sell thru objectives
    • Reforecast business in-season based on current performance, present revised projections and recommendations to Merchandise Planning team
    • Quantify and provide in-season risks and opportunities at the Style and SKU level making the appropriate recommendations to merchant teams and management
    • Support in creating and planning product assortment and architecture (item, color, size)
    • Support key analyses and workstreams across projects, processes, and deliverables
    • Manage replenishment plans to ensure that sales are optimized
    • Place orders for both seasonal and replenishment product buys
    • Monitor and analyze market trends, competitor activities, and consumer behavior to identify new business opportunities and drive growth
    • Manage WOS & ST reports and propose unit needs to Manager prior to OTB discussions to ensure sales are optimized


    The Ideal Candidate Will:
    • Be comfortable working across all aspects of the forecasting and planning process
    • Be flexible and adaptable regarding changes in process and procedures  
    • Be detail oriented, organized and able to meet deadlines  
    • Exhibit skills and characteristics of trust and integrity, self-development, and problem-solving
    • Bring high energy and positive attitude to every day  


    Qualifications:
    • 2-3 years of experience in planning or merchandising
    • Bachelor's degree in business, economics, or related field 
    • Experience with forecasting, buying, and merchandising KPIs and analysis
    • Understanding of financial metrics such as margin, forecast reconciliation, inventory purchase plan reconciliation, inventory turns, life cycle management and style productivity
    • A robust analytical foundation and passion for numbers
    • High level of experience and proficiency in Excel
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Proven ability to work with attention to detail and accuracy
    • Self-motivated with a strong drive for achievement and ability to work in a highly dynamic environment
    • Ability to handle multiple projects effectively


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  • 26 Days Ago

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Planner
  • JJill
  • Quincy, MA FULL_TIME
  • Our Brand : J.Jill is a premier omnichannel retailer and nationally recognized women’s apparel brand committed to delighting customers with great wear-now product. The brand represents an easy, though...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Planner
  • Jill Acquisition LLC
  • Quincy, MA OTHER
  • About Us At J.Jill, our success is guided by a culture that values the intrinsic art of creativity and the data science required to drive our future growth. We are collaborative and data-centric, with...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Planner
  • Aston Carter
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • One of our largest eCommerce clients is hiring a Planner to support the Robotics org for global transportation and freight. Role will be hybrid onsite in Boston, MA. Pay $53-54/hr DOE. Description: Pl...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Merchandise associate
  • T.J. Maxx
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • T.J. Maxx - 8 B Allstate Road South Bay Plaza 02125 Retail Sales / Team Member As a Merchandise Associate at T.J. Maxx, you'll : Engage and interact with all customers; Accurately ring customer purcha...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Merchandise coordinator
  • TJX
  • Quincy, MA FULL_TIME
  • Just like wor Merchandise, Coordinator, Customer Experience, Processing, Associate Last updated : 2024-03-07
  • 18 Days Ago

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Senior Director Sales Alternative Specialty
  • Puma
  • Boston, MA
  • YOUR MISSION Overview Establishes and drives strategic vision, to lead and manage future growth of the Alternative Speci...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Store Manager (Newbury St.)
  • Princess Polly
  • Boston, MA
  • POSITION SUMMARY As one of the leading online fashion brands, Princess Polly Retail Stores is nothing short of exhilarat...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Operations Manager
  • Petco
  • Waltham, MA
  • Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an e...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Buyer- Boston (Remote)
  • Tuesday Morning Corporation
  • Boston, MA
  • ** Assistant Buyer- Boston (Remote)** **Job Category****:** Entry Professional **Requisition Number****:** ASSIS006129 S...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Operations Manager
  • Petco
  • Revere, MA
  • Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an e...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Planner
  • J. Jill
  • Quincy, MA
  • JOB SUMMARY: The Planner will be responsible for the complete financial management of assigned area of responsibility, i...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Cosmetics Counter Manager - Clinique, South Shore Plaza - Full Time
  • Macys
  • Braintree, MA
  • Job Overview: With a role as a Counter Manager in the Macy's Cosmetics Department, you will be responsible for supervisi...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Medford is a city 3.2 miles northwest of downtown Boston on the Mystic River in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. In the 2010 U.S. Census, Medford's population was 56,173. It is home to Tufts University, which has its campus along the Medford and Somerville border. Medford is located at 42°25′12″N 71°6′29″W / 42.42000°N 71.10806°W / 42.42000; -71.10806 (42.419996, −71.107942). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.6 square miles (22 km2), of which, 8.1 square miles (21 km2) of it is land and 0.5 square miles (1.3 km2) of it (5.79%) is wat...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Planner jobs
$81,550 to $107,107
Medford, Massachusetts area prices
were up 2.5% from a year ago