Wantable · 1 month ago
Senior Director, Inventory and Merchandise Planning
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/ExecutiveWantable is a data-driven fashion company that combines human intuition with algorithmic intelligence to redefine retail through personalization. They are seeking a Senior Director of Inventory & Merchandise Planning who will own the planning strategy and drive automation and experimentation in the planning processes. This high-ownership role will have a direct impact on growth, profitability, and customer experience.
ApparelBeautyE-CommerceFashion
Responsibilities
Build the next generation of Wantable's forecasting and planning system using AI, ML-powered demand models, LLM-based decision tools, and automated workflows
Prototype and test unconventional planning approaches such as agent-based simulations, predictive replenishment triggers, automated OTB updates, LLM-assisted scenario planning, and more
Design AI-driven tools that increase forecasting accuracy, compression speed, and planner productivity
Identify manual or repetitive planning tasks and aggressively replace them with automation or AI copilots
Lead and own all merchandise planning, allocation, and inventory management strategies to maximize revenue and margin
Build and maintain financial and unit-level forecasts using AI-enhanced modeling to align merchandising, product development, and operations
Oversee seasonal and long-range OTB plans and deploy predictive algorithms to balance growth with inventory productivity
Drive in-season agility using real-time data and automated alerts for reorders, markdowns, and product flow adjustments
Partner with Merchandising and Product Development to support Wantable's expanding private brands using AI-powered sell-through forecasting and attribute-level demand modeling
Develop and coach a planning team that embraces experimentation, autonomy, and data-driven decision-making
Promote a culture of curiosity—where planners feel empowered to build tools, run rapid tests, and challenge legacy processes
Ensure the team is skilled in AI copilots, prompt engineering fundamentals, analytics tools, and automated reporting systems
Oversee creation of AI-optimized dashboards, predictive analytics, and self-updating reporting tools
Collaborate closely with Data Science and Engineering to deploy new algorithms and ensure model performance is measurable and stable
Use AI-assisted analysis to uncover new opportunities to improve margins, reduce inventory waste, and accelerate product flow
Qualification
Required
Deep experience in merchandise planning, inventory management, or financial planning paired with a genuine passion for AI innovation
Strong analytical and financial skills; comfortable designing and evaluating AI-enhanced models
Demonstrated ability to manage complex OTB plans, margin performance, and inventory strategy in dynamic, high-growth environments
Hands-on familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini), BI platforms (Tableau, Looker), and modern data workflows
A builder mindset—comfortable creating your own planning tools, KPIs, automations, and models when existing solutions are inadequate
A bias toward action, independent decision-making, and low-bureaucracy execution
A love for fashion, product, and the art + science of retail
Preferred
Experience with ML forecasting frameworks or LLM workflow automation
Experience leading teams through rapid tooling transitions or tech-driven process reinvention
Comfort collaborating with data engineers and data scientists
Benefits
Flexible schedules
Paid parental leave (mothers AND fathers)
A private room for nursing mothers
Paid vacation
Seven paid holidays per year
50% discount on all merchandise
Ample parking
Medical (traditional and high deductible) insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401K (both pre-tax and Roth options)
Company
Wantable
Wantable is an e-commerce company offering curated assortments of women's makeup, fashion accessories, and intimate apparel.
Founded in 2012
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.51MKey Investors
Jeff Rusinow
2018-05-16Series D· $1.4M
2016-12-14Series C· $0.81M
2016-03-12Series B· $2M
Leadership Team
Jalem Getz
Founder & CEO
Casey Sobrilsky
Technical Co-Founder & Chief Software Architect
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