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Seminolehardrock

Director, Global Merchandise Planning - Omni Channel Position Summary The Director of Global ... Oversees enterprise inventory planning, allocation, replenishment, warehousing, inventory ...

Variety Wholesalers Inc

Associate Planner

Henderson, NC · On-site

Key Responsibilities 1. Assist in developing seasonal merchandise plans at the department and class ... Collaborate with Planning, Merchandising, Allocation, Replenishment, and Marketing teams to develop ...

Big Lots

Merchandise Planner

Columbus, OH · On-site

Identify opportunities to enhance planning processes, tools and systems to drive efficiency and accuracy. * Collaborate with teams across Merchandising, Allocation, Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing ...

Roses Discount Stores

Merchandise Planner

Columbus, OH · On-site

Identify opportunities to enhance planning processes, tools and systems to drive efficiency and accuracy. * Collaborate with teams across Merchandising, Allocation, Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing ...

Marshall Retail Group

Merchandise Planner

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$62K - $80K/yr

Job Title Merchandise Planner Location Support Center - Las Vegas, NV 89119 US (Primary) Job Type ... Full-time Category Planning & Allocation Education Join our Support Center and be a pivotal ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant merchandise planning allocation in the United States is $23.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Merchandise Planning Allocation vs Assistant Merchandise Buyer?

AspectAssistant Merchandise Planning AllocationAssistant Merchandise Buyer
Primary FocusAllocating inventory and managing stock levels across stores or channelsSelecting and purchasing products to meet customer demand
ResponsibilitiesAnalyzing sales data, forecasting demand, distributing stockResearching trends, negotiating with suppliers, selecting products
Skills & CredentialsAnalytical skills, inventory management, retail operations knowledgeMarket research, negotiation, product knowledge
Work EnvironmentRetail or distribution centers, corporate officesRetail stores, corporate offices, supplier meetings

While both roles support retail operations, Assistant Merchandise Planning Allocation focuses on inventory distribution and stock management, whereas Assistant Merchandise Buyer concentrates on selecting and purchasing products. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right position based on their skills and career goals.

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To become an assistant merchandise planning allocation, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in business, retail, or a related field, along with strong analytical skills and experience with inventory management and planning software. Entry-level roles often require familiarity with Excel and retail operations, and relevant internships can improve prospects. Progression may involve gaining experience in merchandise planning or buying roles, developing skills in data analysis, and understanding supply chain processes.
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Assistant Merchandise Planner

Hill House Home

New York, NY

$70K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Hill House Home is seeking an experienced Assistant Merchandise Planner to join our New York team, reporting directly to the Director of Merchandise Planning.

What You'll Do:
  • Assist in building pre-season and in-season financial plans by SKU, category, and collection using historical data, sales trends, and strategic growth targets to maximize revenue and margin for omni-channel business.
  • Own weekly and monthly reporting process.
  • Analyze business performance (sales, inventory, margin) and present findings to cross-functional stakeholders on both a weekly and ad-hoc basis.
  • Identify risks and opportunities within owned product categories and communicate findings to Director of Planning and respective cross-functional partners.
  • Own initial store allocation and in-season replenishment process. Partner with Stores and Store-Operations team to manage inventory capacity within growing Store fleet.
  • Monitor inventory health including sell-through, weeks of supply, and stock coverage. Recommend markdown and pricing strategy.
  • Support new product launches, line reviews, and product lifecycle planning, working alongside Merchant and Design team.
  • Champion data integrity and SKU-level accuracy across planning systems and tools.
  • Build relationships with direct and indirect cross functional partners: merchants, design, production, E-Comm, store operations & marketing.
  • Participate in monthly/quarterly/annual business reviews and provide insights to support strategic business growth.
  • Assist in ad-hoc analysis based on business needs.
Who You Are:
  • Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field.
  • 2-3+ years minimum experience in Merchandise Planning or Allocation, preferably within omni-channel consumer goods company.
  • Proficient in Excel with ability to manipulate large datasets and create dynamic reports.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to influence and collaborate across departments.
  • Enjoys working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Strong work ethic, sense of urgency, and commitment to achieving targets and deadlines.
  • Organized and able to multitask. Effectively manages multiple priorities and adapts quickly to shifting, high-priority demands.
  • Takes initiative to provide solutions to improve business processes.
  • Naturally inquisitive with strong interest in retail DTC products

Compensation for the role will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience. The estimated annual compensation for this role is $60-70k+

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