Merchandising Planner

Job summary

The role involves translating customer demand into actionable buying and planning decisions within a global merchandising team. The Merchandising Planner will ensure product availability and optimize assortments through accurate forecasting and collaboration with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Merchandising, Retail, Fashion, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3-5 years of experience in Demand Planning, Buying, Merchandising Planning, Allocation, or a related area.
• Experience in retail, fashion, lifestyle, or consumer-focused industries.
• Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies and demand planning principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with planning systems such as APTEAN or o9 is advantageous.
• Professional fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain accurate SKU-level sell-out forecasts in units and value.
• Execute buying strategies for assigned collections or key markets.
• Monitor demand trends and update forecasts to support supply and production planning.
• Apply forecasting models and analytical insights to improve forecast accuracy and identify risks and opportunities.
• Plan and forecast volumes for new product launches in partnership with Merchandising teams.
• Manage product exits and inventory optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate with global and local merchandising teams to maximize commercial performance.
• Contribute to assortment and range planning initiatives and support handover processes to Inventory & Allocation teams.
• Participate in business reviews and forecasting discussions with key stakeholders.

Skills

• Highly analytical with a passion for solving complex business problems through data.
• Confident communicator who can translate insights into clear business recommendations.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across functions and levels.
• Commercially minded and motivated by delivering business results.
• Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable navigating a dynamic, fast-changing environment.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

Tools

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office suite; experience with planning systems such as APTEAN or o9 is a plus.