Associate Merchandise Planner

Planning and AllocationRemote, United States Description At Torrid we're committed to cultivating a welcoming, inclusive and diverse culture driven by a focus on open dialogue, empowerment, recruiting, training, development and retention. We believe inclusion of diverse backgrounds and perspectives is fundamental to our success. The Associate Planner will learn to develop merchandise plans and targets for an assigned group of product categories to maximize sales, optimize inventory and increase margin through the analysis of historical sales trends, current in-season patterns, and future forecasts. The Associate Planner will support their team by preparing reports, analytics, and various ad-hoc tasks to support pre-season strategy, open-to-buy meetings, weekly business reviews, markdowns/promotions, and seasonal buys. What You’ll Do: Support in the development of annual, seasonal, monthly, and weekly assortment plans for assigned product categories that ladders back to top-down financial targets. Inform pre-season bottom-up level plans for sales, inventory, markdowns/sell out plans, style counts, productivity, and margin in partnership with Merchants. Support quarterly, seasonal, and fiscal Hindsight process as well as other product attributes by pulling and reviewing data as well as providing initial findings. For assigned categories utilize and manage Basic Ladder Plans, monthly OTB reconciliation processes and frequent review of inventory to decide to continue a style as a Basic or to Exit. Coordinates with the Merchant and Allocation Team to develop and implement seasonal strategies according to region, climate, and other associated variables as well as store product tests, GMROI on store space and key sizing strategies. Manages reforecasting of category unit plans/dollar plans, focusing on future opportunities as well as minimizing sales/inventory risks. Frequently reconciles over or under-bought situations. On weekly basis, supports and participates in the analysis of business trends, including but not limited to, category performance, channel selling, margin drivers, and seasonality. Provides data and makes recommendations for markdown and promos on weekly basis that supports achieving sales, margin, and inventory targets. Continuously gives feedback on areas for process improvements as well as efficiency gains. Supports and executes ad-hoc reporting needs for both the Planning team and cross functional partners What You’ll Need: 2+ years of experience in data analysis, reporting, and interpretation. Technically proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with planning systems and BI tools preferred. Proactive self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and manages competing priorities with ease. Strong communicator with the ability to convey complex data and product stories clearly across all levels, including executives. Adept at translating data into actionable insights that support strategic initiatives and continuous improvement. Collaborative team player who also excels independently; fosters shared success through initiative, knowledge-sharing, and curiosity. Professional demeanor with a strong customer focus and relationship-building mindset. Creative problem-solver with the resilience and tenacity to overcome challenges and drive results. What You'll Get: A culture where people are accepted and encouraged to be who they are. Competitive compensation, 401k with company matching contribution, plus potential to earn company performance-based bonuses. Comprehensive wellness package including, medical, dental, vision, and Flexible Spending Account Generous 50% employee discount and access to employee-only sales. Support the causes you’re passionate about. We pay you up to 32 hours annually for volunteering your time in the community. Tuition reimbursement program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Aimed at helping employees address a variety of personal and family issues including legal financial consultations, mental health services and more. Discounts on cell phones, and computer purchases, entertainment tickets and more. Pet insurance for your fur babies. Work and learn alongside industry-leading executives while making huge strides in impacting the lives of women. You’ll be challenged and grow. Opportunity for upward mobility is available at all levels of the organization. T orrid is proud to be recognized as a top workplace and industry leader. Our commitment to excellence in workplace culture, diversity, and customer service has earned us consistent recognition. Recently, our team has received the following accolades: America's Best of the Best (2024) – Newsweek America’s Best Employers for Women (2023, 2024) – Forbes America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023) – Newsweek America’s Best Employers for Diversity (2022, 2023, 2024) – Forbes America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2023) – Newsweek America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2022, 2023) – Forbes America's Best Midsize Companies (2024) – TIME America’s Greatest Workplaces (2023) – Newsweek America’s Fastest Growing Online Shops (2022) – Newsweek America’s Best Loyalty Programs (2022, 2023, 2024) – Newsweek America’s Best Customer Service (2022, 2023, 2024) – Newsweek Best Online Shops (2022, 2023, 2024) – Newsweek America’s Best Retailers (2022, 2023, 2024) – Newsweek We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. 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