NOBULL · 1 week ago
Merchandise Planning & Allocation Analyst
Boston, Massachusetts
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$70K/yr - $85K/yr
1+ years expNOBULL is a wellness community dedicated to helping individuals improve themselves mentally, emotionally, and physically. They are seeking a Merchandise Planning & Allocation Analyst to provide analytical support for inventory, sales, and margin optimization, working closely with the Merchandise Planning team to achieve departmental goals.
LifestyleSporting Goods
Responsibilities
Compile and update weekly and monthly reporting to support the Merchandise Planning Team
Provide analytical support to the Merchandise Planning team, contributing to effective decision-making and the overall success of the merchandise planning strategies
Analyze SKU‑level performance, product trends, and inventory positions to support planning and merchandising decisions. Ensure never out of stock on core product on a style and SKU level and communicates any potential risks
Maintain and validate forecasting models by reviewing historical trends, product launches, and current sales performance
Support the development of pre‑season and in‑season sales, margin, and inventory forecasts
Monitor in‑season risks and opportunities, highlighting variances and preparing recommendations for planners and merchants
Review replenishment needs by SKU and support purchase order creation for core and seasonal product
Size curve maintenance and assessment for In-season core and pre-season newness
Partner with Merchandising to provide data insights for assortment planning and product lifecycle analysis
Collaborate with Marketing to assess promotional activity, its impact on sales, and required inventory needs
Work with Operations/Supply Chain to track inbound shipments, lead times, and inventory flows
Participate in ad‑hoc analyses and special projects aimed at improving planning accuracy and operational efficiency
Qualification
Required
1–2 years of experience in merchandise planning, allocation, business analytics, or a related field (internships acceptable)
Bachelor's degree
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, v‑lookups, basic modeling)
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with ability to interpret data and deliver clear insights
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross‑functional partners
Curiosity, eagerness to learn, and a proactive approach to improving processes
Preferred
Experience with planning or BI tools (Tableau, NetSuite, Looker, Power BI) preferred but not required
Benefits
100% employer paid health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Flexible and Health Spending Accounts
Life and disability insurance
A generous 401K employer matching program
12 paid holidays a year
An unlimited paid time off (PTO) policy (with PTO available for both vacation and sick time purposes)
Parental leave benefits
An award of incentive units under the company’s equity incentive plan
Company
NOBULL
NOBULL operates as an outdoor and sporting goods company.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$102MKey Investors
32 Equity
2023-10-05Private Equity· $70M
2022-12-19Series B
2021-01-29Series Unknown· $27M
Leadership Team
Michael Schaeffer
Co-Founder
Susie Rubin Mulder
Chief Operating Officer
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