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Dollar Tree

Assistant merchandise manager

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Merchandise Assistant Manager at Dollar Tree, you'll join our Store Manager in leading a ... Plan and implement monthly Sales Planners Your Skills and Experience: * Prior retail and management ...

JCPenney

Assistant Merchandise Manager

Orlando, FL · On-site

$43K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview ASM Merchandise As the Assistant Manager of Merchandise, you will contribute to profitable ... Maintains high merchandise presentations standards, actively leads the team in planning and ...

Dollartree

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Merchandise Assistant Manager at Dollar Tree, you'll join our Store Manager in leading a ... Plan and implement monthly Sales Planners Your Skills and Experience: * Prior retail and management ...

Dollar Tree

Assistant merchandise manager

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Merchandise Assistant Manager at Dollar Tree, you'll join our Store Manager in leading a ... Plan and implement monthly Sales Planners Your Skills and Experience: * Prior retail and management ...

Catbird

Merchandise Planner

New York, NY · On-site

In this role, you'll oversee sales and inventory planning across our growing jewelry collection ... Management/Leadership: manage, develop and train assistants and coordinators * Oversee the proper ...

Dollartree

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Merchandise Assistant Manager at Dollar Tree, you'll join our Store Manager in leading a ... Plan and implement monthly Sales Planners Your Skills and Experience: * Prior retail and management ...

Catbird

Merchandise Planner

New York, NY · Hybrid

In this role, you'll oversee sales and inventory planning across our growing jewelry collection ... Management/Leadership: manage, develop and train assistants and coordinators * Oversee the proper ...

Catbird

Merchandise Planner

New York, NY · Hybrid

$90K - $110K/yr

In this role, you'll oversee sales and inventory planning across our growing jewelry collection ... Management/Leadership: manage, develop and train assistants and coordinators * Oversee the proper ...

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How much do assistant merchandise planning jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant merchandise planning 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 vs Assistant Buying?

AspectAssistant Merchandise PlanningAssistant Buying
Primary FocusDeveloping sales forecasts, inventory plans, and assortment strategiesSelecting and purchasing products to meet store or online demand
ResponsibilitiesAnalyzing sales data, managing stock levels, coordinating with vendorsNegotiating with suppliers, selecting products, placing orders
Skills & CredentialsAnalytical skills, understanding of inventory management, relevant certificationsNegotiation skills, product knowledge, vendor relations experience

Assistant Merchandise Planning and Assistant Buying roles are closely related within retail. While both support the product lifecycle, merchandise planning focuses on forecasting and inventory strategies, whereas buying emphasizes product selection and procurement. Understanding these differences helps candidates target the right roles based on their skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Merchandise Planning job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,400 per year, or $23.8 per hour.

Assistant Merchandise Manager-Packaged Gifts

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC

Medford, OR • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

The Assistant Merchandise Manager will support the Merchandise Manager, in all aspects of product development, assortment planning and communication. The Assistant Merchandise Manager is also accountable for assortment planning, pricing, cost negotiations and all channel placement through the entire product lifecycle. This position plays a key role in contributing to the achievement of sales and margin goals by achieving the financial goals and strategic objectives of an area of the business.

Major responsibilities of the position are listed below. To perform the job successfully, the individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties, assignments and specific projects may be assigned at the discretion of executive management

  • Support product development, internal and external; assortment planning; and profitability goals of the department providing timely analyses and accurate reporting.
  • Support Merchandise Manager in communicating related product information to all cross functional partners (Marketing, Operations, Customer Service, Product Development).
  • Independently manage an area of the business; lead assortment planning, pricing, cost negotiations, and all channel placement through the entire product lifecycle.
  • Evaluate and recommend appropriate actions to remove low contributing products from the assortment.
  • Ensure company and vendor deadlines are met through timely communication and asset acquisition (photo samples, product information, enclosures, product tasting samples).
  • Partner with inventory management team to assure that products are delivered in a timely manner to minimize out of stocks and lost sales.
  • Manage all system requirements, including assortment planning, item set ups, product information, price changes, others as needed.
  • Track and evaluate expiring merchandise; prepare recommendations for appropriate action to resolve immediate issues and eliminate expiring product in the future.
  • Participate in product tastings to determine placement in the assortment and/or to change product for production efficiencies.
  • Maintain current knowledge and understanding of key competitor's product and promotional trends and best merchandising practices in catalog, online, and direct marketing channels.
  • Assist in managing vendor relationships and external partner communication.
  • Update job knowledge by participating in conferences, trade shows, and educational opportunities as appropriate; reading professional publications; maintaining professional networks.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Merchandising, Business or a related field or equivalent experience.
  • 1-3 years related experience in project management or a buying department.
  • Experience in gourmet food, gifting, and luxury goods desired.
  • Ability to analyze reports and draw conclusions/ recommendations.
  • Strong coordination skills, ability to multi-task and manage to a deadline.
  • Ability to work with multiple teams, vendors, partners and management.
  • Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills, particularly in Excel required.
  • Strong presentation skills required. Must be comfortable speaking to large groups of people and with all levels of management.

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