Senior Planner

Our client operates in the e-commerce sector, serving expecting and new families by providing a platform that integrates product purchasing, guidance, and expert recommendations. The company addresses the need for a seamless and comprehensive shopping experience in the $235 billion kids and baby market, with a broad ecosystem including online shops, health and financial services, physical showrooms, and branded content.

About the role

The Senior Planner is responsible for managing merchandise planning processes to ensure product availability aligns with customer demand and business objectives. This role focuses on Open-to-Buy and inventory planning to support sales targets and margin goals, involving close collaboration with merchandising and supply chain teams, maintaining accurate forecasts, and managing vendor relationships in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Own Open-to-Buy for assigned departments, managing sales, inventory, margin, and turn targets
• Maintain and update accurate forecasts in planning systems
• Execute replenishment and order pipeline management for categories
• Collaborate with Merchandising on assortment execution and inventory strategies
• Lead vendor forecasting and planning meetings
• Work closely with Supply Chain on inbound timing and inventory flow
• Monitor weekly sales and inventory, adjusting plans as necessary
• Support pre-season bottom-up forecasting aligned with assortment and budget goals
• Prioritize high-volume SKUs to maximize revenue and customer experience
• Utilize data and AI tools to improve forecast accuracy and streamline processes
• Identify and recommend improvements in planning processes and workflows

Requirements

• 6-8 years of experience in inventory or merchandise planning, preferably in e-commerce or retail
• Proven ownership of Open-to-Buy at the department or category level
• Proficiency in retail math, forecasting, and inventory planning best practices
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and trend identification
• Experience managing vendor forecasts and communication
• Ability to work extensively (~80%) in planning systems
• Strong tactical execution and multitasking abilities
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Adaptability and proactive approach to process improvement
• Experience in fast-paced, high-growth environments
• Familiarity with AI tools to enhance planning efficiency

Pay

Starting salary range: $128,318 to $153,965 plus bonus and equity. Salary is based on location, experience, and qualifications, with performance-based increases.