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Centric Brands

Manager, Planning

Manhattan, NY

Retail Planning * Build relationships with key retailers to partner on developing plans and ensure key KPIs are met. * Develop and track financial OTB plans for key accounts/brands. * Develop ...

Centric Brands

Manager, Planning

Manhattan, NY

Retail Planning * Build relationships with key retailers to partner on developing plans and ensure key KPIs are met. * Develop and track financial OTB plans for key accounts/brands. * Develop ...

Centric Brands

Manager, Planning

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Retail Planning * Build relationships with key retailers to partner on developing plans and ensure key KPIs are met. * Develop and track financial OTB plans for key accounts/brands. * Develop ...

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As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for retail planning in the United States is $67,499.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,500.00 and $71,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Retail Planning vs Merchandising?

AspectRetail PlanningMerchandising
Primary FocusDeveloping sales forecasts, inventory plans, and store layoutsSelecting products, pricing, and promotional strategies
Skills & CertificationsData analysis, supply chain knowledge, retail software proficiencyProduct knowledge, visual presentation, negotiation skills
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, retail chains, planning departmentsRetail stores, buying offices, visual displays
Industry UsageUsed across retail sectors for operational efficiencyUsed for product selection and sales maximization

Retail Planning and Merchandising are closely related roles within the retail industry. Retail Planning focuses on forecasting, inventory management, and store layout strategies to optimize sales and operations. Merchandising, on the other hand, concentrates on product selection, pricing, and promotional activities to attract customers and increase sales. Both roles require analytical skills and industry knowledge but serve different functions in the retail process.

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Infographic showing various Retail Planning job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,499 per year, or $32.5 per hour.
Lead, SKIMS Assortment Planner, APLA

Lead, SKIMS Assortment Planner, APLA

Nike

Beaverton, OR • On-site

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Nike rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 268 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 102 rated fashion retailers

Job description

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
This role is heavily collaborative, working with cross-functional teams in Merchandising, Marketing, Finance, Business and Inventory Planning.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We're searching for a strategic, detail-oriented Assortment Planner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering consumer-right assortments for Nike SKIMS. The ideal candidate combines strong retail, "open to buy" planning, along with door level/location level planning expertise with advanced Excel skills and operational excellence. You can build hypotheses and data-driven analysis, translating insights into action through problem-solving and critical thinking skills. You have a deep understanding of the consumer, marketplace, product, and inventory planning, with actions grounded in qualitative research, data, and insights to support your view. You are a great collaborator who proactively builds positive relationships across the organization with both upstream and downstream functions. You are known for stepping up to address difficult issues, operate effectively when the way forward isn't clear, develop innovative ideas for the Nike SKIMS business, and win with consumers by understanding their business to drive success.
This role requires the ability to influence stakeholders and manage seasonal planning processes end-to-end.
  • 6+ years in business planning, assortment planning, merchandise planning or equivalent experience
  • Retail Planning Expertise: Strong understanding of assortment planning, retail/open to buy planning, inventory management, and retail financial metrics
  • Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, data modeling); experience with planning systems (SAP, o9) preferred
  • Operational Mindset: Ability to manage complex seasonal calendars, code gates, and planning deliverables with precision
  • Bachelor's degree in business or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training

WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON
The Lead Assortment Planner for Nike SKIMS in APLA drives the forecast creation and execution of seasonal assortments that balance consumer demand, financial targets, and marketplace strategies and performance. You will build and manage seasonal assortment plans, develop bottom-up forecasts grounded in retail planning and distribution/door level insights, and optimize inventory to maximize brand revenue across territories. You will own critical planning tools and processes ensuring timely, accurate submissions for seasonal gates and code gate milestones. Leveraging advanced analytics and Excel, you will monitor performance, identify risks and opportunities, and deliver actionable insights to stakeholders.
Success depends on strong cross-functional collaboration with Merchandising, Marketplace, Supply Planning, Business Planning, and other teams to align on and continuously adjust plans to drive assortment strategies and seasonal priorities.
  • Seasonal Management: Build and manage seasonal assortment plans, ensuring alignment with financial targets, consumer insights, and marketplace strategies
  • Retail Planning & Forecasting: Develop bottom-up forecasts and manage assortment plans to optimize inventory and brand revenue across multiple territories
  • Operational Excellence: Own key planning tools and processes ensuring timely submissions and accuracy for seasonal code gates and activation milestones
  • Data Analysis & Insights: Leverage Excel and advanced analytics to track performance, identify risks/opportunities, and provide actionable insights to stakeholders
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Merchandising, Marketplace, and Global & Territory teams to align on assortment strategies and seasonal priorities

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

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