Merchandise/Omni Channel Planner

Merchandise/Omni Channel Planner Robert Half - 3.9 Boston, MA Job Details Temporary | Contract $35 - $40 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Merchandising Presentations for conferences or internal meetings Key Performance Indicators Retail math Research findings presentation Project stakeholder communication Cross-functional communication Full Job Description Robert Half is looking for an Omni Channel Planner to support a dynamic retail team in a fast-paced, onsite contract role. This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills, deep understanding of retail metrics, and experience managing inventory and financial planning across multiple sales channels. The Omni Channel Planner will be responsible for managing merchandise planning and inventory performance across both brick-and-mortar and e-commerce channels. This individual will partner closely with cross-functional teams to align product strategies with financial goals, optimize inventory levels, and drive overall business performance through data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities:

Manage category-level open-to-buy (OTB) processes across retail and e-commerce channels, including leading monthly planning meetings with buying teams Partner with merchandising and buying teams to monitor in-season performance, including promotions, markdown strategies, and inventory optimization Create and maintain ad hoc and standardized reports to support sales, inventory tracking, and business insights Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align assortments, pricing strategies, and inventory planning with overall financial targets Develop and maintain pre-season financial plans, including sales forecasts, inventory levels, margins, and product turns Provide ongoing analysis and recommendations to improve performance and identify risks and opportunities

Qualifications:

Strong analytical skills with deep knowledge of retail KPIs and retail math Experience with merchandise planning, inventory management, and assortment strategy High attention to detail with a strong commitment to data accuracy Ability to present insights and recommendations clearly to stakeholders and leadership Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally Innovation starts with people. ® Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .