Merchandise Planning & Forecasting Specialist

Planner MiLB IVR job at Fanatics. Jacksonville, FL. The Planner is responsible for supporting the seasonal merchandise planning process by building bottoms-up plans, managing in-season forecasts, and reconciling open-to-buy targets. This role partners with cross‑functional teams including Merchandising, Finance, and Supply Chain to deliver accurate forecasts, assortment execution, and inventory health across categories. How You Will Make an Impact Build bottoms‑up financial and inventory plans by league/category aligned to department targets. Manage in‑season demand forecasting and update open‑to‑buy models to track sales, margin, and turn performance. Support vendor plan creation by preparing templates, reconciling actuals, and updating key deliverables. Prepare seasonal calendar milestones (plan decks, SIM inputs, PO tracking) to ensure readiness for leadership reviews. Partner with Merchandising and Finance to reconcile sales forecasts, buy plans, and post‑event performance (e.g., hot markets). Provide analysis and insights to guide decision‑making while developing independent judgment in complex planning scenarios. What You Bring to the Team 4–6 years of experience in merchandise or financial planning within retail, consumer products, or licensing. Strong analytical skills; proficiency in Excel and planning tools. Ability to manage multiple projects under deadlines with increasing independence. Demonstrated knowledge of sales, margin, inventory, and productivity metrics. Collaborative mindset with growing ability to influence cross‑functional partners. Where You'll Work and What's Required Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field. Onsite role located in Jacksonville, with daily cross‑functional collaboration required. Limited travel as needed for vendor or business reviews. What's in it for You Culture: Join a team driven by a shared passion to relentlessly enhance the fan experience, with a focus on collaboration, support, and continuous development. Benefits: Health, financial, legal, and development assistance; wellness programs; paid maternity/paternity leave; infertility treatment; flexible time off; competitive 401(k) plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr Downtown Boulder Partnership