Brilliant Earth · 19 hours ago
Merchandise Planner
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expBrilliant Earth is committed to cultivating a more transparent and sustainable jewelry industry. The Merchandise Planner will develop sales and inventory strategies, collaborate with various teams to optimize inventory investments, and drive profitability while ensuring customer satisfaction.
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Responsibilities
Own merchandise planning for multiple product categories with full accountability for results
Create and own category Open-To-Buy alignment and drive consensus discussions across teams
Collaborate with the merchandising team to develop and maintain comprehensive sales forecasts, strategic inventory plans, dynamic scenario models, and data-driven buying recommendations to optimize product assortment and maximize profitability
Lead strategic inventory planning for new showroom launches and business initiatives
Ensure accuracy of analysis, reporting, insights, forecasts, and achievement of inventory plans/goals
Establish inventory parameters including weeks of supply, safety stock, and reorder points
Drive the weekly forecasting process to determine appropriate inventory levels across channels
Perform complex statistical analysis to support Planning and Merchandising teams
Design comprehensive analytics frameworks to evaluate business performance metrics
Lead cross-functional meetings to review inventory positions and align on action plans
Partner with operations to optimize the inventory pipeline and address supply challenges
Translate financial plans into actionable buying strategies through monthly OTB framework
Develop scenario planning models to evaluate potential business impacts and contingencies
Identify opportunities to improve inventory productivity and reduce excess while maintaining service levels
Qualification
Required
5+ years' experience in quantitative analysis, inventory planning and/or forecasting; in a retail, product or e-commerce company
Highly attentive to details
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Advanced Excel skills including complex formulas, pivot tables, financial modeling, and efficient management of large datasets for inventory and sales analysis
Highly organized with focus on execution, problem solving, and improving processes
Exceptional time management skills and accountability
Ability to think critically and adapt quickly in a flexible environment
Team player with an ability to work collaboratively
Entrepreneurial spirit / self-starter
Interest in socially and environmentally responsible organizations and products
Preferred
BA degree or equivalent, preferred
Experience in allocation or store planning is a plus
Experience with Planning and Reporting software; experience with Domo, or similar, a plus
Benefits
Career Growth.
Diverse, mission-minded team.
Lifestyle Spending Account.
Continued Education.
Employee Discounts.
Mental Wellness Perks.
Giving Back and Volunteer Opportunities.
Medical, Dental, and Vision.
401k match.
Paid Time Off.
Parental Leave.
Disability and Life insurance.
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
Company
Brilliant Earth
Brilliant Earth is a luxury jewelry company that offers ethically sourced jewelry.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$40M2021-09-23IPO
2019-01-01Debt Financing· $40M
Leadership Team
J
Jeff Kuo
Chief Financial Officer
Alex Grab
General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
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