Retail Purchasing Planner

Who we are Celebrating 39 years, Castle Megastore has been passionate about enriching the intimate lives of our customers. We embody romance, fun and fantasy. Celebrating 39 years, Castle Megastore has been passionate about enriching the intimate lives of our customers. We embody romance, fun and fantasy. Our staff of experts provides our customers with detailed knowledge of the best brands and the biggest selection. We are Essentials for Lovers®. Bring your organization, attention to detail, and passion for retail to a role where no two days are the same. As a Purchasing & Inventory Planner with Castle Megastore, you’ll play a key role in keeping product moving smoothly from vendor to store. What You’ll Do Serve as the link between Buyers, Inventory Management, Merchandising, and the Distribution Center. Assist Buyers with weekly transfer requisitions, product data entry, and recap reporting on sales, gross profit, and inventory results. Manage inventory data, upload SKUs, and handle purchase orders from entry through approval. Track vendor orders and follow up on back orders, returns, credits, and shipping discrepancies. Support decisions on product life cycles by analyzing sales trends and performance. Partner with Distribution Center staff to ensure timely delivery and smooth product flow. Roll out updated merchandising plans and new product decks across stores, keeping presentations fresh and consistent. Contribute hands-on in the Distribution Center when needed - reviewing received products and ensuring quality. Occasionally travel to support store rollouts and trade shows. Step in where needed - flexibility and teamwork are key! What We’re Looking For Strong organizational and multitasking skills with a sharp eye for detail. Subject Matter Expertise in Microsoft Suite - especially Excel and PowerPoint. Comfort with data entry, reporting, and systems, balanced with hands-on merchandising know-how. Excellent communication skills to collaborate across teams and departments. A proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment. Scheduling Requirements / Working Conditions 8-hour shifts 100% onsite Regularly spend long hours sitting, standing and using office equipment and computers. Must be able to lift up to 30lbs. Flexibility to work non-standard hours to meet critical deadlines Possible travel with store employees to support business needs. Benefits Competitive starting compensation Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Earned paid time off 401(k) with up to 6% matching Paid Time Off Employee discount Ongoing career and Leadership Development Castle Megastore is an equal opportunity employer and is a drug-free workplace.

$60-65K BOE