Merchandise Planning Associate, Women's

McLaughlin was built on a simple idea: great style feels personal.

From a single neighborhood shop to nearly 200 stores nationwide, we have always believed in being local and loyal—to our customers, our communities, and one another. Today, nearly 1,000 employees bring the brand to life across the country, from Maine to Maui.

We support the communities we serve through local partnerships, charitable initiatives, and a belief that businesses should leave places better than they found them.

We are seeking a Merchandising Associate, Women’s Apparel to join our Merchandising Department. This role supports and assistants in the creation, implementation and execution of seasonal product strategies that meet the financial goals of the category while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing, and values-driven workplace.

This position is primarily based in our Greenpoint, Brooklyn office and follows a hybrid schedule, dependent on role and business needs.

Support the execution of seasonal merchandising strategies for Women’s apparel across core and seasonal categories

Own maintenance of line plans, assortment tools, and product data throughout the product lifecycle

Analyze historical sales, sell-through, and trend data to support assortment decisions and category strategies

Partner with Design and Planning to ensure product assortments align with customer demand, brand vision, and financial targets

Prepare and present materials for line reviews, buy meetings, and cross‑functional checkpoints

Support competitive analysis and market research to inform product decisions

Assist with seasonal hindsight analysis and recap reporting

Help identify risks and opportunities related to assortment balance and pricing

Support special projects and perform other related duties as assigned

2–5 years of experience in merchandising, buying, planning, or a related retail function

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales and product data

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field preferred

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to access and navigate various department at the organization's facilities.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match (eligibility based on hours worked)

Generous paid time off and paid holidays

Hybrid or flexible work environment (role-dependent)

Company‑paid life insurance and disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

McLaughlin merchandise

Discretionary bonus opportunities (role-dependent)

McLaughlin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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