Associate Merchandise Planner
Aéropostale
11 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York, NY 10001, USA Job Description Posted Monday, October 13, 2025 at 4:00 AM Associate Merchandise Planner is responsible for the strategic direction of inventory based on analysis of departmental financials, historical data, and current market trends. They will manage inventory through the use of various merchandise reporting tools, ensuring top sales are being met. Position Responsibilities Position Responsibilities: #LI-DNI Execute and communicate strategic merchandise financial plans and strategies that support the merchandising and financial objectives of the Company. With guidance, create pre-season sales, margin and inventory plans by department, class, and/or SKU to support product and financial strategies. Review with manager. Analyze historical data and current trends to recap business. Work to identify risks and opportunities by department and by class. In partnership with manager, create strategies to align inventory with Merchant partners. Aware of chase/commit calendar. Partner with merchandising & manager to provide sales trend direction & inventory projections for call dates. Develop item-level promotional and markdown strategies on a weekly basis. Partner with Merchandising & Merch Control to accuracy of system entry. Present forecasts and action plans in open-to-buy meetings. In partnership with manager, create action plan based on forecast and lead discussions to management & cross functional teams. Hindsight in-season & post-season performance by category. Share findings with cross functional teams. Run & publish various weekly & ad hoc Merchandise Planning reports. Work with all levels of Planning & Merchandising from Assistants to President-CMO. Position Requirements Minimum of 2-4 years of Merchandise Planning or related financial/analytical experience. Global business analysis and strategic/innovative thinking skills. Ability to present data & influence discussion with executives, peers and members of cross-functional team. Understanding of retail financial measurements. Excellent attention to detail. Flexible and adaptive to changing priorities. Strong listening, written and oral communication skills. Able to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines. High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Micro-strategy & planning tools/systems. Travel may be required, based on business needs. Adhere to regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration. Job duties may be performed effectively using the hybrid work program designated by the company. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor as the company retains the right to change duties to this position. Must have authorization to work in the United States. Pay and Benefits Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to position offered and work experience. In addition to your salary, Catalyst Brands offers a benefits package, including health care (medical, prescription, dental, vision), company paid life insurance and long term disability, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off programs starting with minimum 15-days based on role, overtime pay (if hourly), flexible work schedule, and a generous employee discount program (all benefits are based on eligibility). Additional information regarding the benefits for this position can be found here: Reasonable Accommodation The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable qualified employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Physical Requirements Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours per day Ability to constantly operate a computer, other office equipment and look at a monitor for up to 8 hours per day Ability to clearly and accurately communicate and exchange information verbally, in writing, or through other means in person, telephonically, or through virtual communication methods Ability to reach at or below shoulder level Ability to carry equipment, move boxes/samples, etc. For Stores & Distribution Centers : Bend, lift, open and move product and fixtures up to 50 lbs., as needed. Please note that the deadline for submitting your application for this position is three weeks from the date the job posting was published. Send posting compliance concerns to View email address on click.appcast.io . This email is only for compliance concerns. Do not send compliance questions to the Company's retail locations or to the corporate office. #J-18808-Ljbffr
$62.7k - $114k
...Position Summary As an Associate Merchandise Planner you will be responsible for driving the merchandise strategy and optimizing inventory to meet and exceed financial goals. The Planner’s key focus is generating an assortment architecture for a given area and creating...SuggestedSeasonal work- ...Description Your Role An Associate Digital Merchandiser supports the Director of Digital Merchandising with optimal setup of digital floorsets, pulling and analyzing reporting to optimize the business, owning offer execution, providing direction to overseas assistant...SuggestedSeasonal workOverseasShift work
$62.7k - $114k
...Overview Title: Associate Merchandiser The Associate Merchandiser for Nautica is responsible for providing organizational support to the Merchandising team and partnering with their Merchandiser on the running of the day-to-day business. The Associate Merchandiser leverages...SuggestedSeasonal work$17 - $17.5 per hour
...and organized store environment. Adheres to all operational, merchandise, and loss prevention standards. May be cross‑trained to work in... ...Retail customer experience preferred Benefits Benefits include: Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation; bereavement; 401(k)...SuggestedHourly payTemporary workLocal areaHome officeFlexible hours$66k - $70k
...The Associate Merchandiser collaborates with the lead Merchandiser on the execution of departmental strategies and business objectives. This role supports the department with tactical responsibilities, translating information and ideas into actionable business plans....SuggestedFull timeSeasonal workWork at officeLocal area$80k - $90k
...Our Associate Buyer is responsible for assisting the Buyer in the procurement of merchandise for a particular segment of the business, achieving sales and profit objectives. Works in close partnership with the Buyer on the merchandise direction in brand acquisitions and...Flexible hours$70k - $80k
...Sick and Holiday pay Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance 401k with a company match 30% merchandise discount Responsibilities The Associate Buyer manages purchasing and inventory for specific departments, driving sales and profitability through...Flexible hours$80k - $85k
...Overview Associate Frozen Food Buyer Must Be a Current Fresh Food Buyer Salary: $80,000-$85,000 plus bonus and benefits Location: On... ...to forecast order quantities and make recommendations to the merchandising team. Conduct post-promotional reviews to evaluate results and...Remote work$75k - $80k
...siteCompensation: $75,000 - $80,000 annuallyPosition Summary: The Associate Buyer, Women’s RTW (Multibrand), supports the growth and profitability of the Women’s Multibrand RTW business through merchandise procurement, business analysis, inventory management, and vendor...Full timeSeasonal work$101k - $132.5k
Formation Bio is a tech and AI driven pharma company differentiated by radically more efficient drug development. Advancements in AI and drug discovery are creating more candidate drugs than the industry can progress because of the high cost and time of clinical trials...Work at officeLocal areaRelocation3 days per week- ...into smart buying decisions… this one is for you. Associate Buyers This role sits at the heart of our merchandising team—where creativity meets strategy. You won’t... ..., and trend‑right Partner closely with buyers, planners, and vendors to drive smart, profitable decisions...Seasonal workLocal areaShift work
$65k - $80k
...Requirements Experience Bachelor’s Degree required. 2–3 years of experience, including internships, in retail, buying, planning, merchandising, or store operations. Minimum 1 year experience in an Assistant Buyer or similar role preferred. Skills Proficient in Microsoft...Full timeInternshipSeasonal work- ...Headquartered in Los Angeles, the company also operates showrooms in New York City, Paris, and Seoul. Summary: As the Visual Merchandising Manager, you will be the steward of the L'AGENCE in-store aesthetic, ensuring brand excellence and consistency across our retail...Seasonal work
$58k - $62k
...events SmartDollar: FREE financial wellness program for budgeting, debt reduction, and saving Position Overview The Visual Merchandise Manager is responsible for executing corporate visual merchandising strategies, achieving business goals, and fostering an...Full timeWork at officeNight shift- Business Process Management Developer The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing business process solutions using the Flowable BPMN engine, coupled with robust Java based applications. This role requires a strong understanding...
- ...Associate Tech Specialist Contract Location: New York, NY, Skill: application security & testing Experience: 10+ years Years of experience working as a Professional Security Engineer/Analyst. 5+ years of expertise in Penetration testing. Experience in Source...Contract work
$85k - $94.5k
...Job purpose The Associate Demand Planner is a key member of the Supply Chain team and is responsible for supporting the development, maintenance, and accuracy of the demand forecast for assigned pharmaceutical products. This role plays an important part in ensuring uninterrupted...Flexible hoursShift work$24.63 - $25.63 per hour
...that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. Job Description Allied Universal is hiring Loss Prevention Associates to oversee a SuperMarket located in Manhattan Positions Are: Full Time Work Shifts Available: 6am - 2pm & 2pm - 10pm Workdays...Full timeWork at officeLocal areaMonday to FridayFlexible hoursShift workWeekend workAfternoon shift- ...product excellence. We value controls, simplicity, and consistency in the capabilities and features we deliver. As a Senior Product Associate in Connected Commerce on the Tokenization team, you will have a strong passion to provide superior customer experience and develop...Work experience placement
- ...solving, are highly analytical, and are skilled at building momentum around meaningful work, this is the role for you. As a Senior Associate driving end-to-end data ingestion for the Rewards Data Ingestion Platform, you will translate complex business and technical needs...Local areaImmediate startRelocationWork visaRelocation package
$17 - $17.5 per hour
...and organized store environment. Adheres to all operational, merchandise, and loss prevention standards. May be cross-trained to work in... ...Retail customer experience preferred Benefits include: Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation; bereavement; 401(k) Associate...Hourly payTemporary workPart timeLocal areaHome officeFlexible hours$96k - $127k
...commercial role? If you’re competitive, a confident communicator, both on the phone and in person, and hungry to grow fast , our Associate role at Third Bridge could be your next big move. We’re offering more than a role - we’re offering a career launchpad . As a...Work experience placementInternshipWorldwideFlexible hours- ...insights that help improve engagement, optimize rewards, and strengthen long-term customer relationships. As a Quantitative Analytics Associate at JPMorganChase within the Co-brand Credit Card Analytics team, you will develop and execute analytical plans to understand and...
- ...identify areas of improvement, increase efficiencies, and lead our products to their launch. As a Senior Market and Product Expansion Associate in Payments Industry Advocacy, you will help shape our point of view and the firmwide advocacy strategy for Payments. You work...Local area
- ...J.P. Morgan to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. JOB DESCRIPTION As an Experience Design Senior Associate in Commercial & Investment Bank (CIB) Payments, you will contribute to innovative experience design by blending user needs with business...
- hackajob is collaborating with J.P. Morgan to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. JOB DESCRIPTION As a ConnectWealth Platform Specialist , you will serve as the subject matter expert to deliver the value proposition of our new strategic...Flexible hours
$47k - $58.7k
...Job Description Job Description Job Title : Associate, Program Facilitation Team : Central Accelerator Location : Hybrid in Chicago (IL) and New York (NYC) Employment Type : Full-time FLSA Classification : Non-exempt Start Date : ASAP...Hourly payFull timeSummer workWork at officeImmediate startRemote workVisa sponsorshipWork visaMonday to FridayShift workWeekend workAfternoon shift2 days per week3 days per week$94.5k - $137.1k
hackajob is collaborating with Moody's Corporation to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment...Full timeWork experience placementWork at office- ...research, analyzing metrics, and collaborating across one of the world's most innovative financial organizations. As a Senior Product Associate in [Insert team or sub-LOB], you contribute to the team by leveraging your expertise in product development and optimization to...
- ...and business, guiding cross-functional teams to deliver analytics products that drive real value. As a Quant Analytics Senior Associate, within the Open Banking Analytics Team, you will impact data and analytics strategy, execution, and innovation for Open Banking capabilities...
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Associate Merchandise Planner. Be the first to apply!
- gastroenterology associates New York, NY
- eye associates New York, NY
- front desk associate New York, NY
- associate planner New York, NY
- policy associate New York, NY
- social impact associate New York, NY
- remote associate New York, NY
- ecommerce associate New York, NY
- seasonal associate New York, NY
- executive associate New York, NY



