Merchandise Planner

Join to apply for the Merchandise Planner role at SupplyHouse Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by SupplyHouse. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $70,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr At SupplyHouse.com, we value every individual team member and cultivate a community where people come first. Led by our core values of G enerosity, R espect, I nnovation, T eamwork, and GRIT, we’re dedicated to maintaining a supportive work environment that celebrates diversity and empowers everyone to reach their full potential. As an industry-leading e-commerce company specializing in HVAC, plumbing, heating, and electrical supplies since 2004, we strive to foster growth while providing the best possible experience for our customers. We are looking for a Merchandise Planner to join our Merchandising Team. This individual will report into our Sr. Merchandise Planning Manager and work cross-functionally to build, review, and reforecast merchandise plans that support business goals. From analyzing open‑to‑buy and supporting item‑level in‑stocks to developing assortment insights and sharing monthly strategies with stakeholders, you’ll have a visible voice in key decisions. If you enjoy blending analysis with collaboration and communication, we’d love to hear from you! This remote position is open to individuals who live in, or are open to relocating to, Arizona, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Washington. This position requires travel to our headquarters in Melville, NY 3 times per year for internal meetings and team building activities. We reimburse reasonable and necessary travel expenses, and you’re also welcome to work on‑site anytime beyond these visits – our doors are always open. Role Type: Full‑Time, Exempt Location: Remote Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with time zone flexibility Base Salary: $70,000 – $90,000 per year Responsibilities Analyzes historical data and current trends to identify risks and opportunities for the business and drive strategies to achieve financial goals. Manage the financial success of assigned categories by driving the business to exceed sales, gross margin, gross margin return on investment and inventory turn goals. Reconcile financial plans from a top down and bottoms‑up perspective. Recommends seasonal merchandise flow strategies that maximize sales, profitability, and customer expectations. Collaborate with the category merchants to develop and communicate a comprehensive pre‑season strategy that aligns financial and product opportunities across multiple categories. Supports and leads cross‑functional business meetings to identify and manage opportunities and risks in critical milestones. Provides analysis related to driving business goals (e.g., hind sights, seasonality, brand performance, etc.) in weekly business meetings and monthly planning meetings. Ability to multitask and prioritize competing deliverables. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Finance, Operations, Business, or other related field 3+ years of merchandise planning, replenishment/demand planning, or financial management experience Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills; strong aptitude with numbers; retail math skills, understanding of merchandise planning and forecasting methodology. Effective communication and presentation skills concisely presents complex information in meaningful across multiple levels of the organization. Builds collaborative partnerships cross‑functionally; identifies/influences critical stakeholders. Ability to negotiate and influence effectively. Proven record in managing a business to achieve financial targets. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and dynamic merchandise planning systems Preferred Qualifications 4+ years of experience with planning or financial analysis of hardlines in e‑commerce or Omni channel Why work with us We have awesome benefits – We offer a wide variety of benefits to help support you and your loved ones. These include: Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance options; 401(k) with up to 4% company match; Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays; Company‑paid basic life insurance and long‑term disability; Discounted auto, home, and pet insurance programs; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Confidential mental health, financial planning, and legal support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Company‑provided equipment and one‑time $250 work from home stipend; $750 annual professional development budget; $25 monthly Grubhub credit; Company rewards and recognition program; And more! We empower ownership – We all contribute to our success and we all share in it. Our Ownership for All program ensures each SupplyHouse team member will benefit financially from the company’s growth and accomplishments. We promote work‑life balance –We value your time and encourage a healthy separation between your professional and personal life to feel refreshed and recharged. Look out for our wellness initiatives and ask about our Flex‑Time Policy! We support growth –We encourage you to embrace continuous learning and take on new challenges. In an exciting and evolving industry, we provide opportunities for career growth through our annual merit and bonus opportunities, hands‑on training, diversity and inclusion initiatives, internal mobility options, and professional development budget. We give back – We live and breathe our core value, Generosity, by giving back to the trades and organizations around the world. We make a difference through donation drives, employee‑nominated contributions, support for non‑profit organizations, Volunteer Paid Time Off, and more. We listen – We value hearing from our employees. Everyone has a voice, and we encourage you to use it! We actively elicit feedback through our monthly town halls, regular 1:1 check‑ins, employee listening initiatives, and company‑wide ideas form to incorporate suggestions and ensure our team enjoys coming to work every day. Check us out and learn more at: Remote work expectations Remote employees are expected to work in a distraction‑free environment. Personal devices, background noise, and other distractions should be kept to a minimum to avoid disrupting virtual meetings or business operations. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full‑time basis. SupplyHouse.com will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement SupplyHouse.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. To ensure fairness, all application materials, assessments, and interview responses must reflect your own original work. The use of AI tools, plagiarism, or any uncredited assistance is not permitted at any stage of the hiring process and may result in disqualification. We appreciate your honesty and look forward to seeing your skills. We are committed to providing a safe and secure work environment and conduct thorough background checks on all potential employees in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. All emails from the SupplyHouse team will only be sent from an @supplyhouse.com email address. Please exercise caution if you receive an email from an alternate domain. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full‑time Job function Strategy/Planning, Finance, and General Business Industries Retail, Online and Mail Order Retail, and Wholesale Hardware, Plumbing, Heating Equipment Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SupplyHouse by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr