Merchandise Planner, Temporary (9-Month Contract)

Who We Are: Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. Mission: The merchandise planning team for the North America Owned Retail Stores is responsible for building merchandise financial plans that maximize sales, gross profit, inventory turns, and minimize markdowns. They manage the OTB and forecast plans for specific categories and stores by analyzing financials, market, and customer data. They are also responsible for creating/maintaining the NA store promotional calendar. As a planning intern, you will support the planning team by managing merchandise financial plans for specific categories/product or locations, create daily sales store plans, create promotions in the system, and provide analysis to the merchant team. This is a temporary 9-month contract, 40‑hour position based in our Brighton, MA office, with on‑site work required three days a week—Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Major Accountabilities: Assist in the sales, gross margin, and inventory plans for specific categories/product or locations during budget, re-forecast, and OTB updates. Quantify in-season risks and opportunities at the department, class, and style level making the appropriate recommendations to the merchant teams. Develop daily store level plans that tie back to weekly product plans Update item groups and pricing documents in our Aptos system that drive in store promotions. Update weekly/monthly business summaries to report the status of the business. Attend and help prepare materials for weekly business meetings. Complete ad hoc analysis and report creation as needed Requirements for Success: Working toward or having completed a B.A. in a related field Candidate must be proficient in retail math. Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, is required Candidate must have strong attention to detail and accuracy. Candidate must have excellent communication skills with the ability to professionally interact with different levels of management. Candidate must be energetic, have a positive, can-do attitude and experience working in a team environment. Boston, MA 80 Guest Street Only Pay Range: $28.60 - $36.68 - $44.71 Hourly (actual base pay varying based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, internal equity, geographic location, and more.) Regular Associate Benefits Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You’ll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture. Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount. Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount. Flexible Work Schedule For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced “Work from Anywhere” (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility. Equal Opportunity Employer New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran, or any other protected status.