Merchandise Planning Assistant

Macy's • New York, NY

4d

About The Position

The Merchandise Planning Assistant assists in developing and executing merchandise strategies to achieve financial targets. The role analyzes sales data and trends for forecasting, develops seasonal merchandise plans and assortment strategies, and monitors inventory levels and sell-through rates. The assistant works with cross-functional teams, including buying, marketing, and inventory management, and supports reporting, market research, merchandise financial planning, and ad hoc analysis. The position also involves fostering acceptance and respect and building authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.

The role requires communication, collaboration, and use of office and computer systems. Responsibilities include accessing and reviewing written and electronic information and moving within the work environment and interacting with workplace materials as needed. The schedule may be flexible based on department and company needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
• 1–2 years of financial or inventory management experience.
• Strong communication, storytelling, and presentation skills to convey information to stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and adapt to a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.
• Proficiency in demand forecasting and inventory optimization techniques.
• Experience optimizing and executing hold and flow strategies for inventory management.
• Ability to manage risk optimization and service levels effectively.
• Strong analytical skills, including trend and pattern recognition, and efficient problem-solving ability.
• Proficiency in planning and executing strategies to achieve objectives.
• Ability to recognize and directly address issues.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate, use office and computer systems, access and review written and electronic information, and move within the work environment and interact with workplace materials as needed.

Responsibilities

• Analyze historical sales data, current trends, and market information to forecast future sales and demand.
• Assist in developing seasonal merchandise plans and assortment strategies with buying, marketing, and inventory management teams.
• Monitor inventory levels and sell-through rates, identifying risks and opportunities to optimize stock and minimize excess inventory.
• Generate and maintain regular reports on sales performance, inventory metrics, and KPIs to track progress against targets.
• Conduct competitive analysis and market research to identify emerging trends and opportunities for growth.
• Assist in creating and maintaining merchandise financial plans, including sales, margin, and inventory targets.
• Foster acceptance and respect and strengthen relationships with colleagues, customers, and communities.
• Support ad hoc analysis and projects as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Eight paid holidays
• Continuous learning and leadership development
• Colleague Resource Groups
• Volunteer opportunities
• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level