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Remote Data Analyst

Denver, CO · Remote

The Walgreens Merchandise Planning Analytics team manages reporting, analysis, and tool building ... Work Environment: * 100% remote - must work in CST * 8am-5pm (9 hour day with one hour lunch break ...

Advance Auto Parts

Sr. Assortment Planner

Raleigh, NC · On-site +1

Collaborate closely with Merchandising, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Inventory teams to ensure ... Location & Work Availability This position is Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote), based at our ...

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How much do remote merchandise planner jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote merchandise planner in the United States is $76,893.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $89,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Remote Merchandise Planner position, and why are they important?

Succeeding as a Remote Merchandise Planner requires strong analytical skills, experience in inventory management, a relevant bachelor's degree, and a solid understanding of retail math. Familiarity with planning and forecasting software such as SAP, Oracle Retail, or Excel is often expected, along with knowledge of retail analytics tools. Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities are essential soft skills, especially when collaborating across remote teams. These competencies are crucial to ensure effective merchandise strategies, accurate inventory levels, and alignment with company sales goals in a distributed work environment.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Remote Merchandise Planner?

A Remote Merchandise Planner typically starts their day reviewing sales and inventory reports to assess product performance and identify trends. They collaborate virtually with buying, marketing, and supply chain teams to align on assortment strategies, replenishment plans, and promotional activities. The role involves using planning tools to forecast demand, develop purchase plans, and provide recommendations to optimize stock levels across multiple channels. Frequent communication and coordination with colleagues ensure that merchandise strategies are responsive to shifting trends and business goals. This remote position offers autonomy and flexibility, but also requires proactive communication and self-motivation to drive results.

What is a Remote Merchandise Planner job?

A Remote Merchandise Planner is responsible for analyzing sales data, forecasting inventory needs, and developing merchandise strategies to optimize product performance—all while working remotely. They collaborate with buying, marketing, and supply chain teams to ensure the right products are available at the right time. This role involves data-driven decision-making to maximize profitability and minimize excess inventory. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in merchandising software, and an understanding of market trends are essential for success in this position.

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Infographic showing various Remote Merchandise Planner job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 1% In-person, and 99% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,893 per year, or $37 per hour.
Freelance Inventory Strategy & Clearance Planner

Freelance Inventory Strategy & Clearance Planner

System One

Pittsburgh, PA • Remote

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Freelance Inventory Strategy & Clearance Planner Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Type: Contract Work Model: Hybrid – onsite and remote Hours: 40.0 hours per week

Overview This freelance role focuses on developing and executing strategic inventory management and clearance plans for a retail organization. The successful candidate will analyze inventory performance, identify opportunities for markdowns and off-price sales, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory flow and profitability. The role emphasizes data analysis and strategic planning to manage aging stock, monitor sell-through curves, and implement effective product clearance strategies across multiple channels, including store and e-commerce. The candidate will be responsible for identifying stock liabilities, formulating promotional or liquidation exit strategies, and ensuring optimal product placement throughout the supply chain.

Responsibilities

  • Strategy & Inventory Management
    • Formulate tiered markdown strategies to clear seasonal and excess inventory while protecting baseline profitability.
    • Monitor aging stock levels, analyze sell-through curves, and forecast clearance sales to proactively manage inventory liabilities.
    • Identify off-price, secondary market, or donation opportunities for obsolete or deeply broken-size-scale inventory to alleviate unproductive inventory.
    • Analyze and communicate product risks and opportunities, recommending and executing plans to re-balance product flow as necessary.
  • Data-Driven Analysis & Reporting
    • Conduct post-season and post-promotion analyses to identify slow-moving categories, evaluate clearance performance, and refine future buy guidelines.
    • Develop and maintain reporting tools and dashboards to track clearance metrics, providing actionable insights to leadership.
    • Create ad-hoc analyses to react dynamically to current and future business environments.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
    • Partner with Inventory Planners, Merchandise Planners, and Merchandising to identify action plans for merchandise allocation and inventory initiatives.
    • Build strong partnerships with Store Operations & Field Visual to respond proactively and reactively to store needs and product placement.
    • Collaborate with E-commerce, Supply Chain, and Logistics to improve inventory flow, executing seamless markdowns, pullbacks, and transfers.

Requirements

  • 3–5 years of experience in retail inventory planning, allocation, pricing strategy, or replenishment (Value/Off-Price retail experience is a major plus).
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and data visualization/reporting tools (e.g., Tableau, Cognos); sell-through curves, and margin math.
  • Proven ability to analyze aging stock data and formulate profitable exit or promotional strategies.
  • Exceptional relationship-building skills with a track record of working effectively across buying, planning, store operations, and logistics teams.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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