Merchandise Planner

WHO WE ARE

At Mizzen+Main, we believe what we wear to work reflects what we think of work. And we think work is fun. We think it’s a place of joy, collaboration, discipline, laughter,the ups and downs, and everything in between all of those things. That’s why we make clothes that make people comfortable. We make clothes that let people breathe and stretch and move and think. We make clothes that let them work. And we have a good time doing it.

Founded in 2012 with the belief that there is a better way, Mizzen+Main is a premium men’s brand with product rooted in performance fabrics and tailored silhouettes. Mizzen+Main is a multi-channel brand, comprised of our Ecommerce site, Retail Stores, and Wholesale Partners across the US, with our headquarters in Dallas, Texas. Our Values are simple and guide everything we do: We Have Commitments, We Think Big, We Act as Owners, We’re People Too, and We Never Settle.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic Merchandise Planner to join our team. This role is responsible for building, managing, and optimizing merchandise plans that drive sales, profitability, and inventory productivity across channels. The ideal candidate has 5 years of planning experience in apparel, strong financial acumen with the ability to balance data driven decision making with a keen understanding of premium menswear and a customer mindset.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Develop and manage top-down and bottom-up financial merchandise plans, including sales, margin, receipts, and inventory.
• Partner with Merchandising, Design, and Sales to ensure line architecture and assortments align with financial goals.
• Create preseason plans and forecasts, adjusting based on business performance and market trends.
• Optimize inventory flow to achieve targeted stock levels, sell-through, and markdown efficiency.
• Monitor replenishment programs and in-season performance to recommend reorders, cancellations, or in-season investments.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to ensure timely deliveries and accurate demand planning.
• Provide weekly, monthly, and seasonal reporting on performance vs. plan, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Analyze sales trends by channel, category, and style to inform future assortment strategies.
• Partner with Finance to support long-range planning and budget processes.
• Work closely with Merchandising to curate assortments that balance brand vision with financial productivity.
• Partner with Marketing and Retail Operations to align promotional strategies with inventory and sales objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field.
• 5 years of merchandise planning experience, preferably in apparel.
• Strong financial and analytical skills with advanced Excel and planning system proficiency.
• Proven ability to translate data into actionable strategies and communicate insights effectively.
• Experience managing OTB (Open-to-Buy), assortment planning, and demand forecasting.
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

While this job posting emphasizes the key responsibilities and requirements, there may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.Why Mizzen+Main?Not only are we makers of the best damn dress shirt, but we also strive to create the Best Damn Place to Work. We believe your work self can be your actual self because our office is more than just a place of work, and your job shouldn't be just another one of life's compartments. We build high performing teams and prioritize personal and professional growth and development. Our unlimited PTO and 11 paid holidays support work life balance and the opportunity to stay connected with what's important. We also appreciate leaving the office early, once each quarter, to spend time together socially and learn about one another's whole self, not just our work selves. Do what you love and love what you do. Why wait? Today's a Good Day For It.