Merchandising Planner – Components Category

Key Responsibilities

• Develop data-driven category sales forecasts, using statistical models and trend analysis to support business planning.
• Monitor inventory health, including aging stock, sell-through, and RMA/return rates, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Perform quantitative analysis of cost structures and margins to support pricing, promotional, and profitability decisions.
• Negotiate with vendors for promotional support, backend funding, and partnership programs (MDF, Co-op, VIR, SR, etc.).
• Collaborate with the legal team to review and finalize vendor agreements.
• Design and implement promotion plans based on historical data, vendor collaboration, and market intelligence.
• Maintain and expand strong vendor relationships to drive category growth.
• Track and report on key category KPIs such as margin %, inventory turns, forecast accuracy, and promotional ROI.
• Keep abreast of Computer Components industry trends, competitive dynamics, and new product developments to identify business opportunities.
• Support cross-border merchandising and supply chain initiatives for international market expansion.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis and reporting to support leadership decision-making.