Merchandise PlannerCatbird is hiring for a Merchandise Planner to join the team. In this role, you'll oversee sales and inventory planning across our growing jewelry collection, helping us balance data-driven precision with creativity. This is a full-time position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working cross-functionally.
You'll collaborate closely with merchandising, retail, finance and operations teams to ensure the right pieces are in the right place at the right time.This is a hybrid position based out of our Brooklyn, NY office.Key ResponsibilitiesPlanning, Projections: analyze sales, stock levels, margin and other key metrics. Own end to end merchandise planning, delivering sales projections and target stock levels by sku, style, product type, location,Open-to-Buy: develop and manage Open-to-Buy (OTB) plans, recommend shifts in purchasing based on performance and trends.Reporting, Analysis: prepare regular reports, presenting recommendations re assortment edits, product or category opportunities, liabilities.Allocation, Inventory: provide per location sku minimums and assess stock balance transfer efficiency; allocate inventory to optimize sell through, margin and stock efficiencyKPIs: Monitor inventory KPIs such as revenue, profitability, turn, and sell-through; identify risks and opportunities to improve performance.Management/Leadership: manage, develop and train assistants and coordinatorsOversee the proper execution of department tasks. Co-manage projects and initiatives.
Represent Merchandising in interdepartmental effortsOur Ideal Candidate4-6 years of planning experience, ideally in multi-channel jewelry or accessoriesAdept at learning new platforms and systemsStrong analytical, problem solving, Excel, ERP and retail math skillsExcellent communication skillsDetail orientedFlexible, able to pivot quickly, multitask and set priorities for self & teamStrong sense of urgency and ownershipTeam player with a respectful, positive and supportive approachWillingness to work overtime as necessaryComfortable in a fast-moving, startup-like environment - scrappy, resourceful, and excited to wear many hats as the role evolves$90,000 - $110,000 a year Plus bonus