Merchandise Planner, Swim & Shapewear

Merchandise Planner, Swim & Shapewear Department: Planning Employment Type: Full Time Location: Los Angeles HQ Compensation: $90,000 - $100,000 / year Description SKIMS is a solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear, shapewear, and essentials. We are setting new standards by delivering technically innovative, comfort-driven products with elevated design for everybody. At the intersection of culture, innovation, and commerce, SKIMS is a global brand redefining modern apparel. Our teams are built on creativity, collaboration, and operational excellence, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment where ambitious, curious, and values-driven individuals can do the best work of their careers. As we continue to scale globally, our HQ teams play a critical role in shaping strategy, building world-class infrastructure, and driving sustainable growth across markets. SKIMS is seeking a highly analytical and driven Planner to support the successful execution of sales and inventory strategies across our e-commerce business. This role is critical in driving financial performance through strategic merchandise planning, detailed analysis, and proactive inventory management. The Planner will own style-level buy planning and in-season inventory management within their categories, leveraging historical data, current trends, and forward-looking forecasts to maximize sales, optimize inventory, and improve margin. Key Responsibilities Analyze sales, inventory, and e-commerce performance on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis, delivering actionable insights and recommendations to drive the business forward. Develop, maintain, and communicate clear and concise reporting recaps for assigned categories, including ad hoc analysis for cross-functional partners. Own inventory laddering and SKU-level projections for core styles, ensuring optimal stock levels and supporting a “never out of stock” strategy. Execute monthly buys for core products and recommend quarterly updates to core assortments to maintain and improve productivity. Build pre-season buy plans for seasonal and non-core categories, partnering closely with Merchandising to align on strategy and present recommendations to leadership. Collaborate with wholesale and cross-functional planning partners to optimize inventory turns, maximize revenue, and improve margins. Monitor purchase order flow and production updates, proactively recommending adjustments to delivery timing or transportation methods to protect OTB and IMU. Conduct size-level analysis and recommend size curves to support accurate buying and allocation strategies. Identify risks and opportunities within the business and communicate them clearly to stakeholders. Contribute to the evolution of planning best practices, tools, and processes, while fostering a collaborative and solutions-oriented team environment. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise 3+ years of experience in merchandise planning, inventory management, or a related analytical role within apparel, retail, or e-commerce. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, logical formulas; basic macros a plus). Strong understanding of inventory planning concepts, including replenishment and ladder planning. Demonstrated ability to leverage data to drive decision-making and communicate insights effectively. Experience with planning and business intelligence tools such as Toolio, Looker, NetSuite, Google Analytics, or Shopify is a plus. Highly organized with strong time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Comfortable working under pressure and adapting quickly to changing business needs. Strong critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. Enthusiasm for the SKIMS brand and a positive, team-oriented mindset. What Makes You a Great Fit You are highly analytical, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You bring a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, using data to tell a story and influence decisions. You are proactive, collaborative, and excited to contribute to building best-in-class planning processes at a globally expanding brand. Benefits, Culture and Perks Benefits and Culture Up to 100% Company Paid Healthcare (medical, dental, vision) Kind Body Fertility Benefits 401(k) savings plan with up to 4% match Unlimited PTO Full Access to LinkedIn learning Employee Discounts Perks (HQ Location) Free weekly catered lunch at HQ – M/T/W/Th Dog-Friendly office on a Thursday and Friday Free Swag Giveaways Annual Holiday Party Annual Summer Party Invitations to pop-ups and other company events Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages #J-18808-Ljbffr SKIMS