Associate Planner, MPI; HYBRID

Job Overview

The Associate Planner is responsible for execution and implementation of inventory strategies focused on optimizing in‑stocks and turnover while effectively operating within OTB.

• Analyze and provide insight and recommendations to drive inventory productivity and support sales and margin KPIs.
• Focus on lifecycle management, supply chain optimization, forecasting, allocation, replenishment, and related inventory projects.
• Assist with curated datasets and build reports/dashboards for inventory management across multiple banners and channels (in stocks, weeks of supply, late/early delivery tracking, store performance/ranking, etc.).
• Create, implement, and oversee end‑to‑end product life cycle processes.
• Develop reporting on test SKU success rates, optimal clearance discounts, etc.
• Support Merchandise/Inventory Management system transitions, upgrades, and launches via testing, data validation, and process documentation.
• Support additional inventory‑related analysis, including commodities, vendor cost negotiations, and other sales, margin, discounting ad‑hoc analysis.

Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Marketing, Business or a related area. Inventory Management or Merchandise Planning experience required, preferably in retail. Proficient in querying data from databases. Advanced Windows PC experience;
Excel, Word, Power Point; and data reporting tools such as Tableau and Business Objects. Strong communication, analytic, and problem‑solving skills. Solid retail, inventory management, and merchandising skills. Ability to present information clearly and collaborate effectively.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, active from day one.
• Generous 401(k) matching after one year.
• Ample paid time off and seven holidays.
• Exclusive discounts on premium merchandise.
• Dynamic Learning & Development programs.
• And more.