Merchandise Planner (Retail)

Merchandise PlannerInter Miami CF is seeking a Merchandise Planner to support the financial planning, forecasting, and inventory optimization of the club's retail and e-commerce merchandise business. This role is responsible for driving data-informed planning decisions that maximize sales, margin, and inventory productivity across channels. The ideal candidate is analytically strong, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with experience balancing financial targets, inventory health, and business needs in a fast-paced retail environment.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Financial Planning & ForecastingDevelop and manage seasonal and annual merchandise plans, forecasts, and budgets.Own sales, margin, and inventory forecasts across retail, stadium, and e-commerce channels.Partner with Finance to align merchandise plans with broader financial targets and reporting.Monitor performance against plan and proactively recommend adjustments to optimize results.Inventory Management & OptimizationManage inventory flow, depth, and timing to support demand while minimizing risk.Analyze sell-through, weeks of supply, and inventory turns to drive replenishment and exit strategies.Identify risks and opportunities related to overages, shortages, and aging inventory.Support allocation and replenishment strategies to ensure the right product is in the right place at the right time.Performance Analysis & ReportingProduce regular reporting on sales performance, inventory health, and margin trends.Partner with Merchandising and Licensing teams to provide insights that inform assortment and buy decisions.Analyze product-level and category-level performance to support future planning cycles.Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with Merchandising, Licensing, Retail Operations, and Supply Chain to align planning assumptions and execution.Support go-to-market planning for key launches, events, and peak business moments.Translate data and insights into clear, actionable recommendations for stakeholders.OwnershipMaintain accurate planning tools, forecasts, and documentation with high attention to detail.Continuously refine planning processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.Operate with a solutions-oriented mindset, balancing precision with business agility.Requirements3+ years of experience in merchandise planning, retail planning, or a related analytical role.Strong quantitative and analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel or planning tools.Experience forecasting sales, managing inventory metrics, and analyzing performance.Ability to communicate insights clearly to both analytical and non-analytical partners.Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through.Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven retail environment.