The Senior Merchandising Planning Manager leads the strategic planning, execution, and continuous improvement of merchandising initiatives across retail channels to optimize customer and frontline experiences. As the operational engine of merchandising, this role blends business expertise, disciplined program management, and executional excellence to deliver impactful results. Acting as both a business subject matter expert (SME) and end-to-end program manager, this person partners across the enterprise to align on objectives, define KPIs, and ensure solutions are delivered on time and on strategy. They work closely with production teams, creative partners, and cross-functional stakeholders to build clear paths to execution, while continuously evolving tools and processes to drive efficiency and operational excellence. The role requires strong analytical and planning skills, the ability to translate complex inputs into structured action, and the confidence to influence senior leadership.