Merchandise Planning Specialist - Hybrid

MERCHANDISE PLANNING SPECIALIST - HYBRID - TAMARAC, FLORIDA

Who We Are…
With over 50 years of experience, CITY Furniture enjoys several showrooms and distribution centers throughout Florida. As a family‑spirited organization, it focuses on growth, challenging, developing, and appreciating its associates.

Our Vision is to be the home store.
Our Purpose is to enrich people’s lives and make the world a better place.
Our Mission is to provide quality home furnishings, at excellent values, in an exciting and fun environment.

Our Values: Mutual Trust & Respect
• Continuous Improvement
• Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Customer Focus
• Teamwork
• Giving Back

As a Merchandise Planning Specialist, the primary purpose of this position is to maximize sales and profitability goals through efficient planning, analysis, and optimization of showroom product assortment. The role builds and maintains cross‑functional relationships with Buyers, Visual, Supply Chain, and Sales. It uses space planning and data analysis procedures to optimize showroom assortment by region, produce transition plans, scope plans, and CAD layouts.

• Assortment Optimization
  • Participate in showroom tours by region with merchants, visual, and sales teams to evaluate product performance and address gaps or opportunities.
  • Compile showroom performance data to review with sales management and solicit feedback.
  • Present recommendations to keep, drop, or replace items based on analysis.
  • Generate showroom merchandising project scope and CAD layout plans and coordinate execution.
• Assortment Planning
  • Allocate store space effectively based on assortment performance by style and product categories.
  • Produce product transition plans tailored for different store locations.
• Assortment Analysis
  • Evaluate and optimize the product assortment by region using historical sales data to identify top‑performers, slow movers, and underperformers.
  • Recognize seasonal variations and emerging trends to adjust the assortment.
• CAD Management
  • Create showroom revenue per square foot CAD diagrams and evaluate performance.
  • Update and maintain showroom product CAD layouts and library.
• New Store Opening & Remodel Projects
  • Support planning and execution of new store opening and showroom remodel projects.
• Adhere to all assigned Standard Work and Role responsibilities.
• Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

• Forecasting
• Problem solving
• Analytical ability
• Effective verbal & written communication
• Business acumen
• Information management
• Relationship management
• Teamwork

• Education & Work Experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Merchandising, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field.
  • 1-2 years of related experience preferred; experience in a retail environment, merchandising, category management, or space planning preferred.
• Work Environment & Schedule
  • Monday-Friday, flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Up to 10% travel with overnight stays as needed.
• Physical Requirements
  • Prolonged sitting in office.
  • Prolonged walking and standing during showroom tours.
  • Occasional lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Technology Requirements
  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Google Suite.
  • Advanced Excel skills.
  • Autodesk AutoCAD.
• Certifications / Licenses
  • Valid Florida Driver’s license.

• Compensation
  • Competitive and transparent pay ranges.
  • Performance‑based and profit‑sharing bonuses.
• Well‑being
  • Workforce and demand planning.
  • Paid vacation & sick time.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Flexible work environment and schedule.
  • Community involvement and volunteer opportunities.
• Health Benefits
  • Free virtual healthcare services.
  • Employer‑funded HSA options.
  • Vision support.
  • 100% employer‑paid dental.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Life & disability insurance.
  • Voluntary insurance options.
• Retirement Benefits
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Roth 401(k).
  • Financial wellness webinars.
• Growth Opportunities
  • 90% promote from within.
  • Training for professional development.
  • Individual Development Plan.
• Associate Purchase Discount Program

• Apply – submit your application and resume.
• Application Review – recruiter will review qualifications.
• Virtual Interview – complete a short video interview with the AI Virtual Assistant.
• Recruiter Review – interview reviewed by recruiter.
• Recruiter Follow‑up – recruiter contacts you by phone.
• Hiring Manager Interview – in‑person interview.

CITY Furniture, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals in all job titles without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, or status as a covered veteran or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. At CITY Furniture, Inc. we are committed to a fair and equitable workplace where everyone is a respected and valued member of the team.

Job description is not an employment contract.