Merchandise Planner

The role

The Merchandise Planner drives merchandise assortment success by maximizing sales and profitability. This role combines strategic planning with operational execution to optimize inventory levels.

What you will do

• Take charge of strategic company planning and inventory planning to drive sales and manage inventory turnover.
• Design innovative inventory strategies to balance new and core merchandise.
• Determine optimal order quantities for core items and develop flow strategies.
• Collaborate with vendors and merchandising to ensure timely execution of purchase orders.
• Analyze historical data to extract insights on product performance, pricing, and inventory trends.
• Forecast sales and inventory needs to maximize opportunities and minimize risks.
• Maintain the planning system with precise parameters to enhance forecast accuracy.
• Develop and implement new or enhanced forecasting models.

Required qualifications

• 4+ consecutive years of Merchandising Planning experience
• Data driven individual with a curious, entrepreneurial mindset
• Effective problem solver with a hands-on mentality
• Excellent quantitative and data analysis skills
• Ability to objectively interpret data and extract actionable insights
• Effective prioritization and organization skills
• Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to be flexible in changing situations
• Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Suites

Nice to have

• BA or BS
• Experience in the subscription business

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k with company match
• Flexible PTO policy
• Paid holidays
• Catered lunch on Fridays
• Company events
• Employee discount on merchandise
• Opportunity to work at a Y-Combinator backed startup

About the company

Short Story is a technology powered retailer dedicated to petite women 5'4" and under. It is a fast-growing startup backed by leading investors.