About this role
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm
Location: 100% remote | PST
Contract: Long Term Independent Contractor
Overview
We are seeking a Strategic Retail Planner to drive revenue growth across wholesale retail channels through best-in-class demand forecasting, inventory planning, and cross-functional collaboration. This role will play a critical part in ensuring strong in-stock performance, successful product launches, and optimized sell-through in a fast-paced, omni-channel environment.
The ideal candidate combines analytical rigor with commercial acumen, and thrives in highly collaborative environments where planning decisions directly impact revenue, margin, and customer experience.
Key Responsibilities
Demand Forecasting: Build and maintain accurate forecasts across wholesale channels using historical data, trends, and launch plans Inventory Planning: Optimize inventory levels to ensure strong in-stock rates while minimizing excess and stockouts Retail Performance: Monitor sell-through, WOS, and account performance; provide actionable insights to drive growth Product Launches: Plan and support inventory for new launches, ensuring alignment with demand and retail needs Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with Sales, Supply Chain, and Finance to align forecasts, inventory, and revenue goals Reporting & Insights: Track key metrics and deliver clear, data-driven recommendations to improve performance
Requirements
Qualifications
4–7+ years of experience in retail planning, demand planning, or inventory management Strong experience in wholesale and/or omni-channel environments (DTC + retail) Advanced Excel skills; experience with planning tools or ERP systems preferred Strong analytical mindset with experience in forecasting and inventory optimization Understanding of retail metrics: sell-through, WOS, GM%, inventory turns Experience in beauty, fashion, or consumer goods strongly preferred
What Success Looks Like
High forecast accuracy and improved planning reliability Strong in-stock rates across key wholesale accounts Successful execution of product launches with minimal inventory risk Improved sell-through and reduced excess inventory Clear, data-driven decision-making across cross-functional teams