Associate Planner | Dermstore at THG in US, New York City

Summary: THG is a global ecommerce group focused on beauty and sports nutrition. The Associate Planner role at Dermstore involves supporting inventory, forecasting, and stock management across Cosmetics and Fragrance categories, ensuring product availability and optimizing inventory positions. Responsibilities: - Forecast sales and demand at the SKU, brand, and category levels using historical data, market trends, and upcoming business plans - Manage weekly replenishment cycles to maintain optimal weeks of supply (WOS) and minimize out-of-stock occurrences - Strategically manage stock distribution across multiple warehouses to ensure balanced coverage and reduce the cost and environmental impact of split shipments - Analyze category performance to provide data-driven recommendations for seasonal range planning and budgeting - Proactively monitor aged and slow-moving inventory; propose and execute stock swaps, Returns to Vendor (RTVs), or promotional strategies to clear overstock - Partner closely with Buying, Supply Chain, and Marketing teams to ensure stock accuracy, resolve logistical bottlenecks, and support seasonal launches - Balance high-availability targets with Month-End (EOM) stock objectives to optimize working capital Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree required - 1-3 years of experience in planning, forecasting, or a related analytical role (retail a plus) - Strong ability to interpret large datasets and apply logical problem-solving to complex inventory challenges - Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, complex formulas); knowledge of SQL or Power BI is a plus - Clear, collaborative communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment - A proactive self-starter with a solution-oriented mindset and a genuine passion for the beauty and skincare industry Required Skills: Sales forecasting, Inventory management, Data analysis, Excel, SQL, Power BI Benefits: Hybrid Work Model - 3 days office/2 days home, Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401K matched up to 5%, Generous PTO (Paid Time Off), Short and long-term disability, Exclusive employee discounts off THG Brands