ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a temporary, full-time position expected to last approximately six (6) weeks and is intended to provide coverage during a team member's paternity leave. The anticipated
start date is July 13, 2026, with the assignment ending approximately six weeks later.
The Temporary Merchandise Planner is a key strategic partner to our Merchandising team, responsible for supporting category and item-level plans that achieve our financial, creative, and brand goals during this temporary assignment. This role serves as the analytical engine of the cross-functional category team, translating data into actionable insights, influencing decisions, and ensuring the right product is in the right place at the right time. You will own item-level planning for coordinated deliveries and seasonal storytelling across channels while driving performance visibility through reporting, trend analysis, and recommendations.
RESPONSIBILITIES- Develop, prepare, and deliver weekly, monthly, and seasonal performance reporting (selling, KPIs, trends, etc.)
- Analyze selling trends at both macro (category, trend) and micro (style, color, size, channel) levels and present actionable recommendations
- Build, maintain, and execute item-level plans to support coordinated deliveries and seasonal selling strategies
- Analyze SKU-level performance to identify opportunities, risks, and assortment optimization strategies
- Partner closely with Merchandising and Production Planning to ensure key items are available to support calendar milestones and peak selling windows
- Support pre-season and in-season planning activities, including forecasting, OTB management, and inventory alignment
- Conduct ad-hoc analyses to inform business questions and influence cross-functional decisions
- Participate in seasonal hindsight reviews, presenting key findings and suggested go-forward actions
QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, Finance, or related field preferred
- 3+ years of merchandise planning experience, ideally within a vertically integrated retail or consumer brand
- Strong analytical and financial acumen with the ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights
- Ability to think holistically across financial goals, product strategy, and brand priorities
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
- Confident communicator with the ability to influence and partner across teams
- Advanced Excel proficiency required; strong command of planning tools and reporting systems
- Experience with ERP systems preferred (NetSuite a plus)
- Experience with Toolio Merchandising Platform is a strong plus
- Entrepreneurial mindset with curiosity, resourcefulness, and a passion for problem-solving
COMPENSATIONTemporary Assignment: Approximately six (6) weeks
Salary Range: $80,168.40 - $90,000 USD (annualized equivalent)
Compensation will be paid based on the duration of the temporary assignment and applicable payroll practices.
Note: This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive. Employee may be required to perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Salary range:
$80,168.40-$90,000 USD
