Merchandise Planning Manager, Accessories & Men's Apparel

About the role

This role drives business results through the development and implementation of growth, risk, and investment strategies while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing, and values-driven workplace. This position is primarily based in our Greenpoint, Brooklyn office and follows a hybrid schedule, dependent on role and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Own financial and inventory planning for assigned categories, leading pre-season and in-season decision making
• Provide strategic and targeted insights and actions to drive positive sales and margin results
• Develop and maintain seasonal sales, margin, and inventory plans aligned with overall business objectives
• Partner closely with Merchandising to align assortment strategies with financial targets and inventory flow
• Manage open-to-buy (OTB), receipts, and inventory levels across assigned categories
• Analyze sales performance, sell-through, and inventory productivity to inform in-season actions
• Lead pricing, markdown, and promotional strategies in partnership with Merchandising and Finance
• Regularly prepare and present planning insights, recommendations, and business updates to senior and executive leadership
• Lead pre-season planning, hindsight analysis, and post-season recaps
• Partner with Allocation and Supply Chain teams to support inventory flow and store needs
• Identify and mitigate risks and amplify opportunities related to inventory productivity and margin
• Support special projects as assigned

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in planning, allocation, or merchandise analytics within apparel retail
• Strong analytical and financial acumen with the ability to translate data into insights and actions that drive results
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; (pivot tables, data cleansing, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data modeling, data visualization)
• Able to navigate large and complex data sets, build and maintain reporting templates
• Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills
• Experience with planning systems inc. Toolio a plus
• Understanding of retail inventory dynamics
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Merchandising, or a related field preferred
• Leadership experience or demonstrated ability to mentor and influence others

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds occasionally
• Must be able to access and navigate various departments at the organization's facilities

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match (eligibility based on hours worked)
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Hybrid or flexible work environment (role-dependent)
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional Critical Illness and Accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Clothing allowance and generous discounts on J.McLaughlin merchandise
• Discretionary bonus opportunities (role-dependent)
• Employee referral incentives and commuter benefits

Pay

$120,000 - $130,000, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications. Compensation and benefits may vary based on role, location, and eligibility.