Assistant Merchandise Planning Allocation Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Arhaus was founded in 1986 on a simple idea: Furniture and décor should be sustainably sourced, lovingly made, and built to last. Today, we partner with artisans around the world who share our vision, creating beautiful, heirloom-quality pieces that can be used—and loved—for generations. 

The Planning Analyst is responsible for the tactical management of Purchase Orders - by tracking purchase orders from creation of the order to receipt in the warehouse. They will monitor Inventory levels to maximize stock position and minimize unproductive inventory at the product level. This position will work with the Merchandise Planner to ensure that approved strategies and financial goals are achieved.

The ideal Planning Analyst candidate is curious, innovative, results-oriented, and focused on delivering a best in class customer experience through their work in executing strategy and exceeding financial targets.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

Tactical Management

• Generate Purchase Orders with guidance from the Merchandise Planner.
• Use financial and quantitative information to optimize inventory receipt flow to adhere with warehouse receiving constraints.
• Partner with vendors to optimize shipping parameters based on business needs.
• Maintain forecasts and ordering constraints for all vendors and items.
• Track and manage open Purchase Orders and regularly follow up with Vendors on shipping status.
• Report on late shipments and work with Sourcing and Buying to resolve any ongoing issues.
• Work with Planner to monitor sales and inventory levels and adjust purchase orders accordingly to drive sales and profitability.

Analytical Focus

• Create and generate reports, analysis and scenarios to drive inventory strategy decisions, understand trends and facilitate planning team deliverables.
• Generate and analyze weekly, monthly, quarterly, and seasonal sales reporting.
• Analyze historical and current trends to identify risks and opportunities; partner with Manager to develop action plan to achieve department goals.
• Assist Merchandise Planner with executing markdown and promotional strategies and store replenishment.

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in inventory analysis, planning, allocation or buying.
• Technological proficiency, including the ability or aptitude to learn new technical applications; high proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and a solutions-oriented mindset, using both analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work in an ever-changing environment with efficiency and accuracy.
• Demonstrate strong listening, written and oral communication skills.
• Able to present problem analysis and recommended solutions in a creative and logical manner to variety of different departments that motivates them to action.
• Capable of achieving business results through highly collaborative and cross-functional team-work.

Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Arhaus encourages applicants of all ages.

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At Arhaus, we believe great hiring starts with authentic human connection. Throughout your candidate experience, you will be engaging with real recruiters, hiring managers, and interviewers who are focused on getting to know you, your experiences, skills, perspectives, and potential. We encourage candidates to use AI to support resume refinement, interview preparation, brainstorming, and communication. All application materials, assessments, and interview responses must accurately reflect your own experiences, qualifications, and capabilities. We ask that you participate in phone and virtual interviews without using AI to develop your responses. To protect the integrity of our hiring process and the confidentiality of information shared during interviews, candidates may not record, transcribe, or use AI-powered note-taking tools during interviews. We expect all candidates to participate in the hiring process with honesty and integrity. For take-home assignments or role-specific assessments where AI use is permitted, we request transparency on which specific tools were used and how the tools were used and expect an explanation of your approach, contributions, and decision-making.