Merchandise Planner

PCNA

. Manage designated product categories to achieve sales, profitability, and inventory-turn goals while maximizing working capital .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $64,600 - $92,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in demand forecasting, inventory management, and data analysis to optimize product performance and drive profitability. Strong collaboration and communication skills are essential for aligning cross-functional teams and influencing inventory strategies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Demand ForecastingInventory AnalysisMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyAnalytical SkillsAPICS Certification

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Hard Skills

Demand PlanningInventory ManagementSales AnalysisProfitability AnalysisData AnalysisForecastingCategory ManagementPerformance MonitoringReplenishment StrategiesCapacity Forecasting

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingCommunication SkillsCollaborationProblem SolvingAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Automated Demand Planning SoftwareSupply Planning ToolsMicrosoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

APICS Certification

Industry Keywords

Sales PerformanceInventory TurnWorking CapitalCross-Functional TeamsPromotional Impacts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage designated product categories to achieve sales, profitability, and inventory-turn goals while maximizing working capital
Analyze category and item performance data to influence strategies and address performance gaps
Manage Open-To-Buy inventory and provide insights into category-level inventory flows
Forecast, analyze, and manage product demand to optimize stock levels and meet customer demand
Partner with cross-functional teams to align forecasts and adjust inventory strategies based on promotional impacts
Use demand and supply planning tools to drive accurate forecasting and support forecasted demand with internal teams and vendors
Conduct sales, margin, and profitability analysis to identify trends and optimize category performance
Create ad-hoc analyses to support decision-making and inform senior leadership
Develop inventory replenishment and allocation strategies with Category Managers
Monitor product mix, individual item performance, and inventory turnover
Participate in monthly performance meetings with data-backed insights and recommendations
Coordinate with imports, quality control, product compliance, and trade compliance teams
Develop capacity forecasts and collaborate with vendors to meet forecasted demand
Address overstock, closeout items, and inventory flow challenges
Create regular reports on inventory status, sales performance, and forecasting accuracy
Communicate across teams to promote data sharing and transparency

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain/Logistics, or related field or equivalent experience
3+ years related work experience
Background in demand forecasting/planning and inventory analysis
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with advanced level Excel skills
Knowledge of automated demand and supply planning software
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong business acumen
Ability to collaborate, influence, problem solve and drive performance through strong execution skills
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks with strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
Must be located in California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, or Utah
APICS certification is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare and benefits packages, including medical, vision, dental, disability, and more
Flexible scheduling
401k matching
Generous paid time off and paid holidays
PCNA Cares Share Fund – donating to teammates in times of need
Bonus incentive plan based on company and personal performance