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Overview We are seeking a Merchandise Planner II to support end-to-end planning and forecasting for a dynamic retail business within a globally recognized leader in the footwear and apparel industry. This role is responsible for driving financial and inventory plans that optimize profitability, align to consumer demand, and support overall business objectives.Location & Schedule On‑site with work‑from‑home Fridays.Duration Approximately 12‑month contract.Experience Level 2–4+ years of experience in merchandise planning, assortment planning, or retail financial planning.What You'll Do Bachelor's degree strongly preferred or equivalent experience.Develop seasonal and monthly merchandise plans including sales, margin, and inventory forecastsManage open-to-buy (OTB) and support in‑season optimization through ongoing analysis and adjustmentsAnalyze weekly business performance and identify risks and opportunities to inform decision‑makingPartner cross‑functionally with merchandising, planning, marketing, and other key teams to align on strategy and executionSupport inventory planning and management across the product lifecyclePrepare and present financial insights and planning recommendations to stakeholdersContribute to a rolling forecast process to ensure plans remain aligned with business performance and goalsWhat You Bring Strong expertise in Excel and data analysisSolid understanding of retail math, forecasting, and inventory managementExperience managing OTB and merchandise financial plansAbility to work effectively in cross‑functional, matrixed environmentsStrong communication skills and ability to influence stakeholdersComfortable working in fast‑paced, ambiguous environmentsPreferred Qualifications Experience presenting to senior leadershipStrong stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration skillsBackground in apparel, footwear, or large‑scale retail environmentsExperience with financial planning or business analysisBest Fit with the Role Candidates who are analytical, detail‑oriented, and collaborative, with a strong understanding of retail planning fundamentals. You are comfortable working with data, able to translate insights into action, and can effectively partner across teams to drive business performance.Why Apply High‑impact role influencing product strategyExposure to senior leadershipStrong cross‑functional visibilityOpportunity to build advanced planning skillsTarget Hiring Compensation Range Target hiring compensation range for this role is $31.80 to $36.55 per hour.Aquent is an equal‑opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.#J-18808-Ljbffr