Job Title: Inventory Planner (Retail Allocation & Merchandising)

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada(Hybrid – 4 days onsite, 1 day remote) Contract: 12 Months

About The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Inventory Planner to support a fast-paced retail planning and allocation team. In this role, you will help ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time by managing inventory flow from distribution centers to stores across Canada.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and contributing to operational efficiency in a retail environment.

What You’ll Do

Manage and update purchase orders (POs) and ensure accuracy across systems Maintain and validate SKU-level inventory data, ensuring alignment across platforms Support inventory allocation and replenishment from distribution centers to stores Monitor and troubleshoot data discrepancies, ensuring strong data integrity Assist with forecasting and stock level analysis to support business decisions Update and maintain reporting for planning and allocation teams Partner cross-functionally with distribution center teams, store operations, and finance Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline processes

What You Bring

2+ years of experience in inventory planning, merchandising, retail operations, or data analysis Experience working with large datasets, including data entry, validation, and reconciliation Understanding of retail math (e.g., sell-through, inventory turns, stock levels) Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve data issues Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, basic analysis) Strong communication and organizational skills

Nice to Have

Experience in retail, apparel, footwear, or consumer goods industries Exposure to allocation, replenishment, or demand planning processes Familiarity with ERP or retail systems (e.g., SAP or similar platforms) Experience supporting multi-store or omnichannel retail operations

Who You Are

Analytical and data-driven, with a strong attention to detail Proactive problem solver who takes initiative Comfortable working with ambiguity and evolving processes Collaborative team player who can also work independently Curious and eager to learn new tools, systems, and processes

Why Join

Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in retail planning and allocation Exposure to cross-functional teams and end-to-end inventory operations Work in a collaborative, fast-moving environment where your impact is visible

If you’re passionate about retail operations, data, and driving efficient inventory flow, we’d love to hear from you.

Client Description

Global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. Our client focuses on innovation, performance, and marketing, partnering with top athletes and teams. The company emphasizes sustainability and digital advancements to enhance the sports experience.