Helly Hansen Merchandise Planning Analyst

Role Overview Analyst, Merchandise Planning, Helly Hansen DTC Team North America. Helly Hansen is looking for an analytical professional with a passion for the outdoors to join our merchandise planning team. The role works to develop an inventory‑management strategy, allocate initial seasonal product and weekly replenishment, and report on inventory and sales metrics to cross‑functional partners. This position reports to the Manager, NA DTC Merchandise Planning and will be based in Denver, CO. Key Responsibilities Provide data‑driven decisions for inventory management across DTC channels and product lines for the region. Co‑create and define product and inventory strategy for retail channels to improve marketplace performance, incorporating distribution of both stores and e‑commerce. Deliver seasonal inventory analysis and communicate insights to optimize future seasons. Analyze sales and inventory data to determine an allocation approach specific to the style/color/size needs at a store level. Collaborate with supply chain and operations teams to understand shipment delivery times and any changes to intended product flow. Recommend and execute product transfers between channels and among stores throughout the season. Ensure day‑to‑day actions ladder up to merchandise planning team & organizational goals. Cross‑functional communication to achieve alignment between store teams, marketing, visual merchandising and operations. Champion a culture of continuous improvement, process‑orientation, and data‑driven decision making. Organizational Structure Reports to Manager, NA DTC Merchandise Planning. Location Denver, CO (hybrid, in‑office ~3 days per week). Qualifications Infectious passion for the outdoors. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in retail, business, supply chain or a related field. 1‑2 years experience in retail allocation and inventory management. Demonstrated problem‑solving skills and openness to ambiguity. Confidence in Excel and comfortability with analyzing large data sets. Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and multi‑time‑zone environment. Ability to thrive in a collaborative culture committed to innovative growth, fostering high performers, and celebrating team and individual achievements. Travel Requirements Ability to travel 5‑10%, including potential international travel. Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation ranging from $60,000 to $78,000 USD annually. We offer a culture that rewards excellence in an exciting phase of growth, discounts on great gear, competitive benefits with choice and flexibility, resources to support physical, emotional, social, and financial wellbeing, four weeks of paid parental leave for eligible new parents, flexible Fridays, and tuition reimbursement. Leadership Competencies Emerging Leader Global Agility – open to diverse views, adapts to new ways of working. Purposeful Integrity – demonstrates ethical behavior, follows through on commitments. Strategic Foresight – understands team goals, asks strategic questions. Customer‑Centric Innovation – suggests improvements from customer feedback, tries new methods. Urgency for Impact – acts quickly and takes ownership of outcomes. Bold Accountability – owns work and delivers consistently strong results. Empowered Collaboration – shares ideas, listens well, collaborates with peers. EEO Statement Kontoor Brands is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. Kontoor Brands is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our employees and applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kontoor Brands, Inc.