Associate Merchandise Planner
VICILos Angeles, CA
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
Remote
Benefits
Career Development
Job Description
VICI is the ultimate shopping destination for the modern fashionista. Our assortment covers women’s apparel, accessories, footwear, and handbags. We offer an on-trend assortment with capsule-like weekly drops, featured shops, influencer collaborations, and curated daily drops focused on our customers’ lives and the styling inspiration they need. Much of our assortment is exclusive and made with our customers’ shopping preferences and feedback top of mind. We buy and design sophisticated, trend right, and modern styles we know our customers will love.
What started as a small family-owned business, has grown since its start in 2012, to a brand with a strong online and social presence. Affordability, quality, and customer service are at the center of our brand and we always strive to ensure our customers are satisfied with their VICI experience. From opening our Nashville retail store to launching pop ups in Newport Beach and Venice Beach, VICI is increasing its retail footprint to bring more awareness to the brand. We are just getting started and excited about what the future holds!
About the Role
We are seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Associate Merchandise Planner to support our Planning team in driving sales, margin, and inventory performance. In this role, you will partner closely with Planning, Buying, Marketing, and Site teams to ensure effective inventory management and achievement of financial goals.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven e-commerce environment and is eager to grow within merchandising and planning.
What You’ll Do
Sales Forecasting & Analysis:
- Monitor daily and weekly sales performance of select categories to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Help prepare presentations and reports for leadership on sales and inventory performance.
Inventory Management:
- Maintain Open-to-Buy (OTB) data model each week, reconciling any variances to inventory targets.
- Partner with the buying team to track receipts of best sellers and provide recommendations for chase, inventory flow timing, and pre-orders.
- Help analyze key metrics such as sell-through, weeks of supply, and aged inventory.
- Provide recommendations to the senior planner and buyers on markdowns and RTVs based on performance data.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with the buying partners on inventory and assortment tracking and reporting.
- Support communication of inventory and sales updates with marketing, site, and operations teams.
- Support strategic initiatives such as product debuts, promotions, and influencer collaborations through data analysis and reporting.
- Partner with outlet store manager on monthly allocations of aged or slow moving product.
Reporting & Business Insights:
- Prepare and maintain weekly selling reports to share insights across teams.
- Assist in quarterly hindsight reports to analyze performance and guide future strategy.
- Contribute to ad-hoc reporting and data analysis as needed to support business initiatives.
- Maintain data accuracy within planning systems, spreadsheets, and reports.
Other Duties as Assigned:Support the planning team with additional analytical or administrative tasks to meet evolving business needs.
What We’re Looking For
- 2-3 years of experience in merchandise planning, allocation, or inventory management (e-commerce preferred).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets skills; highly comfortable with pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and basic financial modeling.
- Familiarity with data visualization and reporting tools is a plus.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Merchandising, Finance, or related field preferred (or equivalent work experience).
- Experience with NetSuite, Shopify, or similar systems is beneficial.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment with strong curiosity and willingness to learn.
- Highly analytical thinker with strong attention to detail
- Eager to learn and grow within a fast-paced e-commerce environment.
Work Environment
- Full-time, remote position.Candidates must be located in California, Arizona, Colorado, or Oregon.
- Must be able to work standard business hours in the Pacific Time Zone (PST)
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to grow within a dynamic and fast-paced e-commerce business
- Collaborative, cross-functional team environment
- Exposure to key business decisions and strategic initiatives
VICI is committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, and industry. That is why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. VICI is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, or disability status. We believe that a variety of perspectives will make our teams and business stronger.
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FAQs About Associate Merchandise Planner Jobs at VICI
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This job at VICI is located in Los Angeles, CA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
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What employment applies to this position at VICI?
VICI lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at VICI?
VICI is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
Does VICI allow remote work for this role?
Yes, this position at VICI supports remote work, giving candidates the flexibility to work outside the primary office location.
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