Short Story

Merchandise Planner

San Francisco

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 623 days ago

Data AnalysisForecastingExcelInventory ManagementCommunicationProblem Solving

About the role

The Merchandise Planner plays a pivotal role in driving the success of our merchandise assortment, focusing on maximizing sales and profitability.
As the first hire in our planning organization, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the foundation of our planning processes.
This role combines strategic planning with operational execution, optimizing inventory levels to enhance margin and fuel growth.

Take charge of strategic company planning and inventory planning to drive sales, manage inventory turnover, and exceed financial targets in your designated area.
Determine optimal order quantities for core items and develop flow strategies, collaborating with vendors and merchandising to ensure timely and accurate execution of purchase orders.
Maintain the planning system with precise parameters to enhance forecast accuracy, optimize receipt flow, and improve algorithm performance.
Develop and implement new or enhanced forecasting models that provide greater visibility into business performance and drive informed decision-making.
Our mission is to create a seamless shopping experience for millions of petite women so they can dress with effortless confidence.

Data driven individual with a curious, entrepreneurial mindset. Able to take initiative to start work quickly to meet deadlines.
Effective prioritization and organization to stay positive and proactive in an ambiguous environment are a must.
Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills.
Understands that different situations may call for different approaches, showing the ability to be flexible in changing situations.
Technical Proficiency & Preferred Experience:
Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Suites and have aptitude to learn technical applications quickly.
Have experience in the subscription business desired.

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Flexible PTO policy & paid holidays
As a fast-growing startup, we're revolutionizing retail with a data driven learning system that leverages customer feedback to create tailored products.
We've been recognized by top publications like Forbes, Fortune and are backed by leading investors who share our vision of building the world's next great consumer brand.
Design innovative inventory strategies that effectively balance new and core merchandise, while supporting in-stock and turnover objectives within the company budget.

✨ Transform Lives. We're customer-first. Everything we create exists to give her confidence.
⚡️ Demand Excellence. We deliver only our best work, in Fit and Finish. We obsess about details others overlook.
💪 Embrace Challenges. We see obstacles as opportunities to invent better solutions.
💡 Think Differently. We get a thrill from finding better solutions others haven't seen.
Short Story is an award winning, technology powered retailer dedicated to petite women 5'4" and under.
We're building a company with intention and purpose.
Our culture thrives on data insights, exceptional commitment to fit, and the urgency to move quickly on what matters.

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