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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary merchandise planning in the United States is $97,202.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,500.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Merchandise Planning vs Merchandise Planning?

AspectTemporary Merchandise PlanningMerchandise Planning
CredentialsTypically no specific certifications required; experience in retail or planning preferredOften requires experience in retail, supply chain, or related certifications
Work EnvironmentTemporary, project-based, often in retail or fashion industriesOngoing, strategic role within retail or merchandising departments
Employer & IndustryRetailers, fashion brands, seasonal businessesRetailers, department stores, e-commerce companies

Temporary Merchandise Planning focuses on short-term, project-based tasks such as seasonal or promotional planning, often with a limited duration. In contrast, Merchandise Planning involves ongoing, strategic management of product assortments, inventory levels, and sales forecasts to support long-term business goals. Both roles require retail industry knowledge but differ in scope, duration, and strategic depth.

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Infographic showing various Temporary 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 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,202 per year, or $46.7 per hour.

Temporary Merchandise Planning Analyst (Todd Snyder)

American Eagle Outfitters

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

American Eagle Outfitters rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 620 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 104 rated fashion retailers

Job description


Title: Merchandise Planning Analyst (Maternity Leave Coverage)
Reports To: Merchandise Planner Manager
Location: This role will be hybrid, based in our New York office
About Todd Snyder
Known for its sophisticated take on redefining how to dress the modern gentleman, Todd Snyder collections draws from Savile Row tailoring, vintage military apparel and classic American workwear, making timeless pieces relevant for the well-dressed man. Based in New York, the brand meticulously sources elegant materials from around the world, creating designs that are both smart and refined.
Get to Know the Role:
Todd Snyder is seeking a highly analytical and driven Merchandise Planning Analyst to join our team for a temporary maternity leave coverage assignment. In this role, you will be an embedded expert within our Merchandise Planning department.
You won't just be pulling reports; you will be a strategic partner. Your primary mission will be to translate complex data into actionable insights, helping our team optimize inventory, forecast accurately, and ultimately grow the Todd Snyder business.
This is an incredible opportunity for someone with a few years of corporate finance experience-or a consultant looking to transition into an in-house brand role-to make an immediate, highly visible impact at a premier menswear brand.
What You'll Do:
  • Provide strategic partnership to the Merchandise Planning team, providing quantitative backing to their strategic decisions.
  • Build, maintain, and optimize complex financial models, Open-to-Buy (OTB) processes, and inventory forecasts to support business growth.
  • Provide Data Analysis & Reporting by deep diving into weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales trends, margin performance, and inventory health.
  • Identify opportunity for process Improvement, support team with streamlining existing reporting processes, making data more accessible and actionable for non-financial team members.
  • Provide Ad-Hoc Analytics as requested/needed. Field fast-paced requests from the merchandising team and cross-functional partners to analyze pricing scenarios, promotional impacts, and strategies.
  • Be responsible for a category within Merchandise Planning

What You Bring:
  • 2-4 years of experience in management consulting, corporate FP&A, or a rigorous data analytics role. This is a great opportunity for consultants looking to gain hands-on, in-house experience with a great brand.
  • Expert in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, ability to craft complex formulas, pivot tables, data manipulation, and dynamic modeling.
  • Past success working cross functionally within an organization to achieve objectives
  • Ability to be proactive and work autonomously.
  • Past Merchandise Planning experience, not required but preferred
  • Past Specialty Retail experience preferred

Pay/Benefits Information:
  • Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
  • Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
  • Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click HERE.
  • AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.

About Us
Todd Snyder - We're an American menswear brand based in New York City. Since launching his eponymous label in 2011, Todd Snyder has redefined how modern Americans can present themselves to the world in stylish and unexpected ways. We are a talented, passionate, creative team of people working to design and market the building blocks of a modern gentleman's wardrobe in a way that blends heritage craftsmanship with a timely aesthetic. We believe that while trends may come and go, some things - like the importance of dressing well and cultivating a unique personal style - will never go out of fashion.
The company ships worldwide through its website, and operates 14 stores (and counting) in the United States, which have been hailed as innovative retail and lifestyle hubs by The New York Times, New York Magazine, GQ and others.
Todd Snyder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. Todd Snyder prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all Todd Snyder activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. Todd Snyder also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.
Applications will be accepted until the Apply Before date (if applicable), but may be extended based on applicant volume.

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