Planner – Merchandising

RUE GILT GROUPE•Boston, MA

2d•$75,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Planner – Merchandise Planning you will lead the development and execution of the merchandising and planning strategies for several merchandise categories to drive top line sales and bottom-line profitability. You will support a planning analyst and will work closely with the Associate Planner as well as cross-functional partners, leveraging data analysis and knowledge of retail trends to ensure category visions are executed.

Requirements

Strategic, data-minded retail professional who thrives in the fast-paced world of e-commerce and multi-brand commerce.
Driven by curiosity and commercial acumen, naturally translate complex sales data and market trends into profitable category strategies and actionable financial plans.
Collaboration is at your core—excel at building trust across cross-functional teams, framing compelling business cases, and mentoring up-and-coming planning talent.
Adaptable and accountability-focused, always looking for ways to refine processes and unlock new growth opportunities.
Balance of big-picture vision and operational rigor to help elevate our brand and hit key performance goals.
Bachelor’s degree in business or another quantitative field preferred
3+ years of experience in merchandise planning, retail buying, or a related role.
Demonstrated planning and analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, Business Intelligence.
E-commerce, Off Price and Multi brand retail experience preferred.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast paced working environment.
Deep knowledge of retail industry trends, consumer behavior, and market dynamics.
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

E-commerce, Off Price and Multi brand retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and support the execution of the overall merchandise strategy for multiple categories in partnership with the merchandising team that aligns with company’s business goals.
Provide strategic direction to inform a financial plan for multiple categories and lead in-season OTB discussion in partnership with the financial planner.
Establish strategic initiatives to build assortment strategies that support financial targets across multiple departments.
Evaluate the financial performance of multiple merchandise categories against established KPI’s to support merchandise strategies.
Conduct advanced data analysis to identify trends and new business opportunity recommendations to the Merchandise Planning and Buying Team, contributing to effective decision-making and the overall success of the merchandise planning strategies.
Oversee management of select merchandise category plans, budgets and forecasts that support profitable sales growth.
Accountable for team decisions and subsequent business impact.
Organize and prioritize workload to ensure timeliness and accuracy.
Recommend and implement process improvements and identify opportunities for enhanced tools to drive planning efficiency and accuracy.
Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the planning team.
Actively participate in self-development
Manage and develop Planning Analysts’ ability to identify strategies supported by sound financial plan.
Build trust and influence with cross functional partners through strong data-driven insights.
Support company initiatives
Build and foster effective relationships and collaborate closely with Merchandising, Financial Planning, Programing and other cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of Merchandising strategies to support overall business objectives.
Possess solid presentation skills and ability to build sound business cases.

Benefits

Robust health, dental, and vision insurance effective on the date of hire.
Generous Flex Time Off (FTO)
Flexible remote/hybrid work options that support a healthy work-life balance.
A supportive, inclusive culture that encourages innovation, safety, and creative risk-taking.
Paid volunteer opportunities and regular DEI celebrations to foster a strong sense of community and collaboration.
The chance to make a real, measurable impact at a mission-driven, fast-growing company poised for major expansion.
Bonus/commission
Stock options
Paid time off
Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance.