Do you have the organizational skills of Belle keeping her library in order or the strategic mind of Doctor Strange planning ten steps ahead? We are seeking a proactive and analytical Associate Merchandise Strategy and Analytics Planner to play a key role in driving inventory efficiency and sales performance. This role is ideal for someone with foundational experience in merchandising or planning who is ready to take the next step in their career. If you have the determination of T’Challa leading Wakanda, the problem-solving skills of Peter Parker balancing life and responsibility, and the drive of Mulan proving her worth, then this is the opportunity for you! You'll work cross-functionally to optimize stock levels, analyze trends, and contribute to business growth.
This role operates on a hybrid schedule and will require to work from our HQ located in the City of Industry, CA two to three days a week.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Assist in monitoring sales and inventory levels to support business goals
Help analyze product performance and customer demand to optimize assortment and stock allocation
Work closely with buying and marketing teams to align promotions with inventory availability
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as sales, margin, and sell-through rates
Support the open-to-buy process by maintaining accurate data and reports
Assist in forecasting demand to ensure proper inventory levels
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product visibility and availability
Use analytics tools to generate insights and assist with reporting
Conduct competitive research to stay updated on market trends
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Associate/Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, or Marketing preferred
1-2 years of experience in merchandising, retail planning, inventory management, or a related area
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
Proficiency in Excel and an understanding of data analysis
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
VBA and/or AI experience is a plus but not required
Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.
