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Entry Level Merchandise Planning Allocation Jobs Near Me

Designer Brands

Sr. Planner

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

This role offers the opportunity to influence product decisions from pre-season planning through in-season execution while partnering closely with Merchandising, Allocation, Store Planning, Marketing ...

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Designer Brands

Sr. Allocation Analyst

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

As a Senior Allocation Analyst, you'll play a key role in making that happen. In this role, you'll ... Working closely with Merchandise, Planning, and Store Planning teams, you'll help create inventory ...

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Big Lots

Merchandise Planner

Columbus, OH · On-site

Develops and maintains a positive relationship with planning, merchandise, allocation, replenishment and marketing team members through a collaborative team atmosphere and active communication.

TJX Companies

Merchandise Controller

Ashville, OH · On-site

Merchandise Controller C Shift, Monday-Thursday 5pm-3:30am Acts as a liaison between the ... Planning & Allocation, and Stores. Responsibilities are primarily performed on the receiving dock ...

Big Lots

Buyer - Hardlines

Columbus, OH · On-site

Collaborates with Planning, Allocation, Advertising, Merchandise Presentation, Distribution and Transportation Services, and Field Management to understand and improve upon internal company processes.

Tjx

Merchandise Controller

Ashville, OH · On-site

$20/hr

Merchandise Controller C Shift, Monday-Thursday 5pm-3:30am Acts as a liaison between the ... Planning & Allocation, and Stores. Responsibilities are primarily performed on the receiving dock ...

Big Lots

Buyer - Paper, Chemicals & Pet

Columbus, OH · On-site

Collaborates with Planning, Allocation, Advertising, Merchandise Presentation, Distribution and Transportation Services, and Field Management to understand and improve upon internal company processes.

Roses Discount Stores

Buyer - Hardlines

Columbus, OH · On-site

Collaborates with Planning, Allocation, Advertising, Merchandise Presentation, Distribution and Transportation Services, and Field Management to understand and improve upon internal company processes.

Big Lots

Buyer - Pet & Auto

Columbus, OH · On-site

Collaborates with Planning, Allocation, Advertising, Merchandise Presentation, Distribution and Transportation Services, and Field Management to understand and improve upon internal company processes.

Aquent

Merchandise Planner

Reynoldsburg, OH · On-site +1

$30.41 - $33.79/hr

Foster strong partnerships with merchandising, digital, and supply chain teams to align on ... Experience with allocation, deployment, or supply chain planning. Why Join Our Team * Seize the ...

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Merchandise Planning & Allocation Analyst

Aquent

Reynoldsburg, OH • On-site

$31.41 - $34.90/hr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Placement Type:
Temporary
Salary:
$31.41-34.90 Hourly
Start Date:
Sep 7, 2026
Aquent is partnering with a leading global retail brand renowned for its iconic presence and commitment to customer satisfaction. This organization thrives on innovation, delivering high-quality products, and optimizing its operational excellence to meet dynamic market demands. Join a team where your contributions directly influence the flow of products to customers, ensuring an exceptional shopping experience and driving significant business growth.
Are you a highly analytical inventory expert ready to make a significant impact? We are seeking a dynamic Senior Demand & Deployment Analyst to join a fast-paced, data-driven environment. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in shaping inventory strategy and execution, ensuring that the right products are always in the right place at the right time. You'll optimize stock levels to maximize sales, margin, and customer satisfaction, working at the exciting intersection of merchandise planning, allocation, and analytics. This is your chance to collaborate with cross-functional teams, align demand forecasts with inventory deployment strategies, and contribute directly to the success of a major retail enterprise.
What You'll Do
  • Execute inventory deployment and allocation strategies across various channels and store formats.
  • Analyze sales, demand, and inventory trends to optimize stock levels and maximize performance.
  • Partner closely with merchandising, planning, and operations teams to support floorset planning and assortment strategies.
  • Perform detailed store-level and size-level analysis to identify opportunities and correct inventory imbalances.
  • Generate recurring and ad-hoc reporting to support critical inventory and planning decisions.
  • Identify and implement opportunities to improve assortment productivity and allocation efficiency.
  • Support international and domestic partners, including franchise relationships, to align inventory strategies globally.
  • Contribute to continuous process improvements in reporting, analytics, and deployment workflows.

What You Bring
  • 3-5 years of experience in merchandise planning, allocation, or inventory deployment within retail or consumer goods.
  • Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel, including working with large datasets, building models, and creating pivot tables.
  • Experience with store-level, SKU-level, or size-level performance analysis.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.
  • Strong communication skills and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Nice to Have
  • Experience in apparel, fashion, or size-intensive retail environments.
  • Exposure to international markets or franchise operations.
  • Familiarity with planning, forecasting, or allocation systems (any equivalent tools).
  • Understanding of retail financial metrics such as sales, margin, sell-through, and inventory turns.
  • Experience supporting floorset planning or assortment optimization.

About Aquent Talent:
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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