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About the Role

As an Associate Planner – Merchandise Planning at Rue Gilt Groupe (RGG), you will play a critical role in shaping the daily discovery experience for our members. You will actively participate in the development and execution of merchandising and planning strategies for designated categories to drive top-line sales and bottom-line profitability. Working closely with the Sr. Planner and cross-functional partners, you will act as a foundational pillar in ensuring our category visions are executed with precision. By leveraging data analysis and a keen knowledge of retail trends, you will support our mission to connect world-class brands to next-generation shoppers while optimizing inventory efficiency and maximizing financial outcomes.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Sr. Merchandise Planner and the Merchandising team to develop and execute comprehensive merchandise strategies across multiple departments.
Contribute strategic insights to inform financial plans for your area of responsibility, and actively participate in in-season Open-to-Buy (OTB) discussions alongside the financial planner.
Participate in establishing strategic initiatives that build highly curated assortment strategies, driving balanced growth, sales, and inventory efficiency.
Evaluate and track the financial performance of merchandise categories against established KPIs to ensure alignment with larger business objectives.
Provide data-backed insights and recommendations to the Merchandise Planning and Buying teams, transforming metrics into effective decision-making tools.
Analyze category performance consistently to identify risk, unlock margin improvement, and discover whitespace product opportunities.
Organize and prioritize your independent workload efficiently to ensure data accuracy and timely cross-functional execution.
Cultivate innovation through a natural curiosity, constantly seeking new ideas to push past traditional retail metrics and elevate the customer experience.
Identify and participate in process improvement opportunities within the merchandise planning department to streamline team throughput.
Maintain highly collaborative relationships with Merchandising, Programming, and other key departments to ensure total strategy alignment.
Invest in self-development within the planning ecosystem.

Requirements

Analytical, detail-oriented professional with a passion for the "science" of retail planning.
Tenacious problem solver who excels at turning raw numbers into actionable strategy.
Thrives in high-energy, fast-paced environments.
Collaborative team member who values diverse input and communicates with a kind, open-minded approach.
Natural curiosity drives innovation, seeking process improvements and new ideas.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or another quantitative field preferred.
1–2 years of experience in retail, retail buying, or merchandise planning.
Previous experience in an e-commerce ecosystem is highly preferred.
Demonstrated planning and analytical skills with a basic understanding of retail industry trends, consumer behavior, and market dynamics.
Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel.
Experience with Business Intelligence (BI) software or retail math is a plus.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to flex, prioritize, and drive accurate results amidst competing timelines.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Skills

Merchandise Planning
Merchandising Strategies
Financial Planning
Open-to-Buy (OTB)
Assortment Strategy
KPI Tracking
Data Analysis
Microsoft Excel
Business Intelligence (BI) software
Retail Math
Organizational Skills
Prioritization
Cross-Functional Communication

Location

New York
Boston

Work Type

Hybrid
2 days in the office required

Experience Level

Associate
1-2 years of experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or another quantitative field preferred

Salary/Compensations

$62k-$72k

Benefits

Robust health, dental, and vision insurance effective on the date of hire.
Generous Flex Time Off (FTO).
Flexible remote/hybrid work options.
Supportive, inclusive culture.
Paid volunteer opportunities.
Regular DEI celebrations.
Associate discount.

About the Company

Rue Gilt Groupe combines three complementary brands: Rue La La, Gilt, and Shop Simon, forming the premier off-price e-commerce portfolio company.
Our model defined the online treasure hunt through daily sale events, allowing customers to discover over 5,000 premium and luxury brands at prices up to 70% off full-price retail.
We believe in fashion for all, sparking delight through daily discovery and shopping as an occasion to celebrate.
World-class merchandising, technology, and marketing bring our shopping experience to life.
We hire world-class people who live our values: empowered, tenacious, passionate, collaborative, innovative, and kind.
We meet over coffee and brainstorm new ways to spark delight for our members.
We volunteer on- and off-hours together.
We plan surprises for our coworkers.
We are enthusiastic about style.
The way we work empowers us to think, create, and innovate to deliver a first-rate experience.

Equal Opportunity

Rue Gilt Groupe is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Rue Gilt Groupe is committed to providing Associates with equal pay for equal work and carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors.
Rue Gilt Groupe is proud to be an Equal Opportunity workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.