Merchandise Planner( Contract)

Temp Merchandise Planner

Location: DT Los Angeles Hybrid Schedule

Long term Contract starting ASAP Fulltime Hours/ Hybrid Schedule

Job Overview:

The Temp Merchandise Planner will be responsible for both pre-season and in-season inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels while minimizing excess. The role requires a proactive individual with experience in forecasting, open-to-buy (OTB) management, and analyzing large data sets. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives in a fast-paced retail environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead efforts in inventory management and foster collaboration across multiple teams.
• Balance priorities between in-season and pre-season planning, including buy planning, forecasting, and regular re-forecasting.
• Reconcile department plans with divisional forecasts using both top-down and bottom-up approaches.
• Analyze merchandising strategies and plans for significant year-over-year changes.
• Create quarterly hindsight reports at the category level to inform future assortment decisions.
• Own the monthly OTB actualization process.
• Identify opportunities for tool and process improvements within inventory planning.
• Support leadership with special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required (Business or Finance preferred).
• At least 2 years of experience in retail apparel planning and OTB management; omini channel
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical skills with an ability to interpret financial metrics and reporting.
• Keen attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and communicate effectively across teams.
• Proven ability to set goals, anticipate risks, and develop contingency plans to ensure business continuity.

Rate: $45-60/hr