Planning Manager – E-commerce

Planning Manager – E-commerce

We are seeking a Planning Manager to lead planning and forecasting for the company’s E-Commerce business. This role will partner closely with the VP of Operations, Merchandising, and cross‑functional teams to drive strategic seasonal and in‑season planning, inventory optimization, and financial performance. The Planning Manager will own key planning processes, mentor junior planners, and provide data‑driven insights to support growth, profitability, and inventory efficiency.

• Own seasonal and in‑season planning for the E‑commerce channel, ensuring alignment with merchandising, financial, and growth strategies.
• Partner with the VP of Operations and Merchandising leadership to develop and execute strategic seasonal buys that achieve sales, margin, and inventory targets.
• Translate merchandising and assortment strategies into detailed financial and unit plans, down to the SKU/UPC level.
• Oversee purchase order creation, inventory flow, and inbound delivery tracking to ensure on‑time and accurate execution.
• Lead in‑season performance analysis, monitoring sales, demand, sell‑through, and inventory health; identify risks and opportunities.
• Develop and recommend markdown, promotional, and reforecast strategies to maximize sell‑through and margin.
• Analyze margin performance by SKU, factoring in returns, fulfillment costs, marketing spend, and other profitability drivers.
• Lead demand forecasting and replenishment strategies across channels, improving inventory turns and availability.
• Own annual and quarterly budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes for the channel.
• Create and present clear performance recaps, forecasts, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
• Support and mentor junior planning team members, establishing best practices, tools, and workflows.
• Drive continuous improvement of planning tools, reporting, and processes.

• 5–8+ years of experience in merchandise planning, demand planning, or financial planning within retail or E‑commerce.
• Proven experience leading or owning planning processes, with increasing scope and responsibility.
• Strong background in retail math, forecasting, inventory management, and financial analysis.
• Experience in footwear, apparel, or consumer products preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with planning systems and BI tools a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly analytical, detail‑oriented, and comfortable making recommendations in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines while maintaining a strategic, big‑picture perspective.

Salary $130,000