Associate Merchandise Planner

SupplyHouse.com

1d•$60,200 - $75,200•Remote

About The Position

At SupplyHouse.com, we value every individual team member and cultivate a community where people come first. Led by our core values of Generosity, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork, and GRIT, we’re dedicated to maintaining a supportive work environment that celebrates diversity and empowers everyone to reach their full potential. As an industry-leading e-commerce company specializing in HVAC, plumbing, heating, and electrical supplies since 2004, we strive to foster growth while providing the best possible experience for our customers. We are looking for an Associate Merchandise Planner to join our Merchandising Team. This individual will report into our Senior Merchandise Planner and support merchandise financial planning through sales analysis, category performance tracking, and contributions to financial strategies that support business growth. The Associate Merchandise Planner will provide insights to management on financial planning, inventory forecasting, and merchandise strategy, helping inform decisions across seasonal and longer-term planning horizons. This is a strong opportunity to develop planning and analytical capabilities while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize merchandise flow and achieve financial objectives. If you are passionate about retail and excited to grow in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you! This remote position is open to individuals who live in, or are open to relocating to, the following states: Arizona, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Washington. This position requires travel to our headquarters in Melville, NY 3 times per year for internal meetings and team building activities. We reimburse reasonable and necessary travel expenses, and you’re also welcome to work on-site anytime beyond these visits – our doors are always open.

Requirements

Bachelors Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Merchandising, Operations, or a related field
1-2 years of experience in Merchandise or Demand Planning, Replenishment, Financial
Strong numerical and analytical skills, with a basic understanding of retail math and forecasting methodologies
Proficient in Microsoft Suite, especially Excel
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally across departments
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment and eagerness to learn from others

Nice To Haves

Exposure to merchandise planning systems, such as Relex

Responsibilities

Create and manage pre-season and in-season financial plans for a specified product group
Track the financial performance of assigned products against planned sales, gross margin, and inventory targets, analyzing data and current trends to identify risks and opportunities for company growth
Reconcile and present financial plans utilizing both top-down and bottom-up approaches, translating financial insights into recommendations that support business strategy
Participate in seasonal merchandise planning strategies to maximize sales, in-stock, and inventory flow while helping plan future merchandise and inventory needs
Collaborate with Category Managers in the development of pre-season strategies to align product opportunities with financial objectives and broader business goals
Prepare and present product and financial analyses for weekly business meetings and monthly planning discussions, focusing on performance metrics such as seasonality, trends, and brand performance, and helping shape forward strategy

Benefits

Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance options
401(k) with up to 4% company match
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Company-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability
Discounted auto, home, and pet insurance programs
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Confidential mental health, financial planning, and legal support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company-provided equipment and one-time $250 work from home stipend
$750 annual professional development budget
$25 monthly Grubhub credit
Company rewards and recognition program