Merchandise Planning Analyst

Title of role: Merchandise Planning Analyst 
Location: New York or Boston; Hybrid (2 days in the office required) 
Approved Salary Range: $50,000- $55,000

About the Role:

As a Planning Analyst you will utilize data analysis to optimize category merchandising performance, maximize sales and contribute to the overall success of the merchandise strategies and achievement of KPIs. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze historical performance to inform future action and strategies and capitalize on future opportunities for success.
• Develop an understanding of key performance metrics, such as gross demand, gross margin profit and inventory productivity.
• Provide analytical support to the Merchandise Planning team, contributing to effective decision-making and the overall success of the merchandise planning strategies.
• Track and evaluate the financial performance of merchandise categories against established KPI’s.
• Organize and prioritize workload for self to ensure timeliness and accuracy.
• Organize, maintain, and track the in-season event frameworks, supporting the overall operations of the business.
• Identify process improvement opportunities within merchandise planning.
• Foster a collaborative culture within the planning team.
• Actively participate in self-development.
• Build and foster effective relationships with Merchandising, Programing, and other cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of Merchandising strategies to support overall business objectives.

Experience and Background Needed:

• An effective communicator who loves to collaborate with others.
• Ability to adapt well to changes in direction and priorities in a fast paced and deadline-oriented environment. 
• Bachelor's degree preferred. 
• 0-2 years’ experience: internships and co-ops are welcome. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel); comfortable with reporting tools. 

What our team offers 

Working at RGG is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to join a mission-driven team that values Innovation and Impact. We are committed to supporting our employees' success and well-being: 

• Comprehensive Coverage: Robust health, dental, and vision insurance effective on the date of hire.

• Time & Flexibility: Generous Flex Time Off (FTO) and flexible remote/hybrid work options that support a healthy work-life balance.

• Culture: A supportive, inclusive culture that encourages innovation, safety, and creative risk-taking.

• Community: Paid volunteer opportunities and regular DEI celebrations to foster a strong sense of community and collaboration.

• Impact: The chance to make a real, measurable impact at a mission-driven, fast-growing company poised for major expansion.

We encourage you to apply 

Even if you don’t meet every single qualification, we’d still love to hear from you. We value passion, curiosity, and a commitment to learning as much as experience.  We celebrate diverse perspectives and strive to create an inclusive environment for all our Associates.  

 Work Authorization 

Rue Gilt Groupe requires all applicants to be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future. 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, including but not limited to, prior experience, education, certification(s), license(s), skills and expertise, location, internal equity, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need. Our goal is to support, reward and compensate the entire individual. Depending on role eligibility, your offer may also include bonus/commission, stock options, paid time off, medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated. 

 The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee(s) assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the employee(s) assigned to this job. Rue Gilt Groupe reserves the right at any time, with or without notice, to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job positions or assign additional job responsibilities within your general skill set or capabilities. 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.