Merchandising Planning Analyst

We are looking for candidates who want to kick start their merchandising careers with the goal of becoming a Planner!

The Merchandise Planning Analyst will work in our Planning teams to build and concept the boutiques you see on Rue La La and Gilt every day. In this role, you will work with sales data, trend forecasts, and report on performance to build the best upcoming sales plan possible. 

Rue Gilt Groupe is an innovative, passionate, and collaborative work environment where you’ll have the chance to work with the Planning, Buying, and Programming teams to create an engaging and delightful boutique calendar for our customers. Are you ready to get started?

What You’ll Do:

• Build and maintain weekly, monthly and seasonal reports for online sales
• Provide insights, analysis, and recommendations for upcoming events 
• Work with Planners to build upcoming boutiques using insights previously recorded
• Partake in the Open To Buy process 
• Assist in creating product mixes for new events to hit sales goals 

Why You Want to Work Here:

• Develop strong working relationships with all in-house departments including Merchandising, Boutique Production, Programming, and Technology
• Live our Values: Tenacious, Kind, Collaborative, Passionate, Empowered, Innovative
• Choice of Office Location: Seaport in Boston or Madison Square Park in New York City
• Ability to move into an Associate Planner role within a year

About You:

At Rue Gilt Groupe, diversity enriches our passion, collaboration, kindness and innovation. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every Associate is empowered to learn, grow and bring their full self to work. Even if you don't check off every qualification in the job description, that's okay. We encourage you to apply to any role that excites you and sparks delight! We can't wait to learn more about you.

• Passionate about Merchandising, e-commerce, and all things fashion!
• 1-2 years experience, internships and co-ops are welcome
• Familiar with Excel: Pivot Tables, VLookUps, and Formulas will take you far
• Analytical mindset, obsessed with data, and love making numbers tell a story

Important COVID-19 Guidance (for candidates applying to roles in our MA, NY and CA offices): Per Rue Gilt Groupe’s policy, all associates who will work at our MA, NY or CA offices must be fully-vaccinated and proof of vaccination will be required. 

ABOUT US:

Rue Gilt Groupe is a leading off-price e-commerce portfolio company, connecting the next-generation shopper to world-class brands. We’ve defined the online treasure hunt through our daily sale events allowing a large, loyal member base to discover over 5,000 premium and luxury brands at prices up to 70% off full-price retail.

Rue Gilt Groupe operates three complementary sites – Rue La La, Gilt, and Shop Premium Outlets.

Our vision at RGG is to spark delight through daily discovery – we make shopping an occasion to celebrate. At the forefront of fashion and technology, we’re also in the business of sparking delight for our Associates. We inspire each other, our Members, and ourselves to push past the expected – every day. Our culture is rooted in our values and together we work to demonstrate being Kind, Passionate, Collaborative, Innovative, Tenacious and Empowered.