The retail industry across the United States continues to expand its need for skilled planning professionals who can balance inventory with demand. Currently, 288 merchandise planner remote jobs are open, giving qualified candidates the chance to join dynamic retail teams from anywhere in the USA. This growing trend highlights the industry's increasing reliance on remote, data-driven planning roles.
These merchandise planner positions call for strong analytical thinking, expertise in retail math, and comfort with planning tools such as Excel, SAP, or Oracle Retail. Employers also look for clear communicators who can forecast trends accurately and collaborate effectively with buying and allocation teams. Attention to detail and adaptability remain key traits for anyone pursuing this career path.
Remote work in this field typically involves coordinating closely with cross-functional teams through digital collaboration tools, ensuring inventory aligns with sales forecasts and seasonal trends. Across the USA, more companies embrace flexible arrangements, making it simpler than ever to hire a merchandise planner regardless of location. This shift reflects a broader movement toward remote-friendly retail operations nationwide.
If you're ready to advance your career in retail planning, now is an excellent time to explore merchandise planner vacancies suited to your skills. Global Work AI connects talented professionals with leading companies seeking remote planning expertise. Take the next step today and discover opportunities that align with your ambitions.
Schneider Electric
Analyze project requirements and allocate resources accordingly. Schedule services to ensure readiness for on-site execution. Maintain accurate data in CRM systems to support job scheduling and delivery. Track service performance and collaborate with teams to improve processes and quality.
remote, United States$68k – $102k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Cushman & Wakefield
Manage planning and scheduling of maintenance activities, including service requests and preventive maintenance. Utilize CMMS for work order management, resource allocation, and performance reporting.
remote, Sacramento, CA, United States$70k – $79k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
State of Washington
Lead multi-modal transportation projects, establish scope and goals, and represent WSF on project committees. Develop service plans and coordinate sailing schedule changes. Analyze service data to improve operations and support public outreach.
remote, IA, United States$93k – $125k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Indotronix International Corporation
Lead supply chain coordination for inventory transitions during ERP deployment phases. Analyze complex datasets for inventory movement recommendations. Develop inventory movement plans, manage risks, and collaborate with various teams to ensure seamless transitions.
remote, United States$101k – $121k/yrFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)
Blueprint Technologies
Support short-term supply chain planning for server hardware deployment, translating customer demand forecasts into actionable supply plans. Analyze demand and supply data to identify capacity gaps and inventory constraints. Create and maintain demand entries in planning systems, ensuring accuracy.
remote, United States$67k – $73k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Summit
Plan and manage events from start to finish, overseeing timelines, budgets, vendors, and logistics. Coordinate conferences, trade shows, and internal events, ensuring all details are handled.
remote, United States$62k – $79k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Babylist
Manage Open-to-Buy, ensuring product availability to meet customer demand. Execute replenishment and order writing, maintaining inventory aligned with forecasts and targets. Collaborate with Merchandising and Supply Chain on assortment changes and manage the order pipeline from placement to receipt.
remote, United States$104k – $125k/yrFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)
Jobgether
Assist clients in exploring event options for sports, concerts, and theater. Coordinate logistics with vendors and service partners, maintain documentation, and manage schedules. Communicate with clients to address inquiries and ensure planning details are organized and effectively communicated.
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PCNA
Manage product categories to optimize sales, profitability, and inventory turnover. Analyze performance data to influence strategies and support company objectives. Forecast and manage product demand, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align inventory strategies.
remote, CA, United States$65k – $92k/yrFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)
Leidos
Review Antarctic science proposals for logistical requirements, write documentation outlining necessary support, and lead reviews with NSF and ASC stakeholders.
remote, United States$52k – $94k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Cardinal Health
Lead the planning and execution of national meetings and events, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Manage vendor relationships, negotiate budgets, and oversee event logistics including facility selection and audio/visual equipment.
remote, United States$69k – $88k/yrFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)Jobgether
Develop and execute multi-channel media strategies, ensuring alignment with client objectives. Manage vendor relationships, negotiate media placements, and oversee campaign execution.
remote, United States$77k – $94k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)Jobgether
Develop and manage production schedules and inventory strategies to ensure product availability. Coordinate supply planning activities across multiple plants, balancing demand, capacity, and inventory requirements.
remote, United States$92k – $111k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
CHA Consulting, Inc.
Apply expertise in overhead and underground electric distribution systems to support planning and design assignments. Perform QA/QC reviews, manage multiple projects, and complete field surveys of electrical distribution networks.
remote, United States$76k – $85k/yrPart TimeSenior (5+ years)
Aviso Edge, Inc.
Coordinate suppliers, materials, production schedules, and inventory availability. Utilize MRP and ERP systems for effective planning and scheduling. Generate KPI reports to track performance and ensure delivery commitments are met.
remote, United StatesFull TimeJunior (<2 years)Aviso Edge, Inc.
Analyze demand forecasts, manage inventory levels, and optimize stock replenishment strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align supply chain operations with business objectives. Develop and maintain statistical models to predict demand and ensure service levels are met.
remote, United StatesFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Jockey International, Inc.
Analyze data to provide insights on customer targeting, assortment optimization, and forecast accuracy. Manage multiple projects within budget and timelines while collaborating with Account Executives and Planning Teams.
remote, WI, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
通用磨坊股份有限公司
Lead the paid search strategy and execution, translating marketing strategies into actionable plans. Oversee campaign setup, monitor performance, and optimize for key metrics. Develop measurement plans and performance reports, providing insights for future campaigns.
remote, United States$82k – $138k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Paula's Choice Skincare
Develop and maintain a global demand plan, ensuring consistency across trends and launches. Lead the demand step of S&OP, collaborating with Commercial, Marketing, Finance, and Supply teams. Establish demand planning KPIs and drive improvements through analysis.
remote, CA, United States$95k – $115k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)State of Michigan
Lead the Transportation Vulnerable Populations (TVP) program, ensuring compliance with NEPA for environmental assessments and impact statements. Prepare environmental clearance documents and manage planning studies and consultant contracts.
remote, MI, United States$69k – $99k/yrFull TimeLead / Manager
Entegris
Review material and capacity availability to establish a production schedule. Coordinate with production scheduling, buying, and master scheduling teams to address material and capacity constraints. Communicate supply delays to customer service and follow all planning policies and procedures.
remote, MN, United States$77k – $103k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)Denver Regional Council of Governments
Research and analyze data for long-range regional planning; collaborate with stakeholders and make recommendations on planning initiatives. Provide planning services for various projects, lead meetings, prepare reports, and assist in developing regional plans.
remote, CO, United States$72k – $90k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC
Prepare monthly reports comparing baseline approved schedules to progress schedules, including critical path method, resource loading, and cost loading. Develop effective and accurate project schedules, coordinate multidisciplinary meetings, and report to management.
remote, FL, United States$127k – $137k/yrFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)
Stio
Execute and maintain buy plans to ensure product availability. Manage purchase orders and maintain accurate receipt and available-to-sell projections. Analyze freight options and recommend delivery methods.
remote, WY, United States$75k – $89k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
G&S Integrated Marketing Communications Group
Develop research-based media strategies and recommendations aligned with client goals. Create media plans, channel strategies, and measurement frameworks. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective integration of paid media campaigns across channels.
remote, United StatesFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
AlphaX
Lead assessments of agency fleets, including vehicle class and duty cycle analysis. Model energy demand and charging layouts for fleet transitions. Develop multi-year transition roadmaps and evaluate facility impacts of electrification.
remote, United StatesFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Anchor Planning
Plan and manage multiple healthcare projects, providing medical equipment decision support and procurement services. Lead client interactions for equipment selection, develop medical equipment reports and specifications, and evaluate existing equipment for reuse.
remote, NC, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Vessi
Build and maintain demand forecasts by SKU and channel, translating forecasts into purchase recommendations. Monitor inventory health, manage allocations, and recommend inventory priorities.
remote, United States$66k – $81k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Carrier Enterprise
Manage demand forecasting and inventory productivity for assigned product categories using Blue Ridge software. Collaborate with Product Management and Inventory Replenishment teams to optimize inventory flow and address sales trends.
remote, United StatesPart TimeJunior (<2 years)
Woven Health Collective
Manage the planning and execution of in-person, virtual, and hybrid meetings. Coordinate multiple client programs, source venues, negotiate vendor agreements, and oversee onsite logistics.
remote, NJ, United States$75k – $85k/yrFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)
Skylight
Develop and maintain demand forecasts for DTC and Amazon globally. Translate market and operational indicators into SKU-level demand projections. Collaborate with Commercial and Finance to align forecasts with promotional strategies and revenue plans.
remote, United States$130k – $160k/yrFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)
LOVESAC COMPANY
Own financial and inventory strategy for assigned product categories, translating enterprise goals into actionable merchandise plans. Develop pre-season and in-season plans, analyze historical data, and identify risks and opportunities.
remote, CT, United States$80k – $117k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Keurig Dr Pepper
Lead weekly planning meetings to ensure alignment between plant teams and business objectives. Develop and manage Rough Cut Capacity Plan for production planning, collaborating with various teams to resolve supply and capacity issues.
remote, United States$63k – $85k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Keysight Technologies, Inc.
Develop global business strategy for digital health, focusing on growth initiatives and solution roadmap. Conduct market research and customer engagement to identify industry needs and opportunities. Collaborate with R&D and cross-functional teams to implement strategies and drive business results.
remote, Boston, MA, United States$142k – $236k/yrFull TimeLead / Manager
The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
Coordinate supply chain activities between suppliers and global receiving sites. Manage requirements planning and stocking in Distribution Centers, release daily orders for intercompany suppliers, and monitor backorders.
remote, MA, United States$61k – $91k/yrFull TimeLead / Manager
Ensono
Lead mainframe capacity planning efforts, analyzing performance and resource utilization to optimize efficiency and availability. Develop forecasting models and capacity plans, implement automation solutions, and establish key performance indicators.
remote, United States$90k – $152k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)Intercare Therapy
Optimize staff and client schedules to maximize service delivery. Match therapists with families based on location, availability, and authorized hours. Maintain staff and client availability in the practice management system, ensuring compliance with labor laws.
remote, CA, United StatesFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)
Revance
Plan and execute the Master Production Schedule (MPS) to ensure timely availability of finished goods. Collaborate with various departments to address design changes, shortages, and backlogs.
remote (anywhere)Full TimeSenior (5+ years)
CSC Generation
Own the full inventory management process including forecasting, purchase orders, import logistics, and markdown management. Develop and evaluate Open-to-Buy monthly, forecast sales and inventory positions, and manage the purchase order lifecycle with vendors.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Match Point Recruiting
Support forecasting, inventory planning, order management, and replenishment initiatives. Monitor order fulfillment and supply chain performance to ensure compliance with Walmart standards. Analyze business performance and provide actionable recommendations.
remote, AR, United States$100k – $150k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)10,000,000+ more jobs available!
