Associate Planner, Outlet

Vancouver, BC
Hybrid
Posted Sep 26, 2026
1 position

$37–$38 / hour

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Employment type: Contract
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 4 days per week
Seniority: Associate

Job summary

Plan and execute outlet inventory flow across countries, categories, stores, distribution centers, and e-commerce channels, adjusting inventory parameters to support replenishment and allocation. Analyze historical performance and current trends, recommend strategies to meet financial goals, and contribute to business reviews and store enrollment calls.

Job details

Play a key role in shaping outlet inventory strategy across North America. If you bring 1-3 years of merchandise planning experience, along with expert Excel skills and a keen eye for detail, we would love to hear from you. This is a 6-month contract with a September start date. Who – The Company: Our client is a Vancouver company with global operations and an impeccable reputation. They are a people-centric organization, known for their collaborative team culture. What- The Role: The Outlet team is responsible for the inventory management of the North America Outlet channel. The goal is to support the business in providing a premium brand experience by planning and executing clearance strategies to maximize sales at the highest possible margin. This position is responsible for strategic execution of country and category inventory flow, including optimization of outlet inventory placement across channels and locations. Teamwork and clear communication are essential. You are an essential part of the cross functional team collaborating with planning, merchandising, store operations, S&OP and Distribution Centres. You have razor sharp attention to detail but also able to think big picture. Drives strategic execution of Outlet inventory flow through establishment & adjustment of inventory parameters to impact replenishment and allocation activities. Leverages systems, tools, and data to optimize inventory investments across store locations, distribution centers, and e-commerce channels. Analyzes historical data and current trends to identify risks and opportunities to business and recommends strategies to achieve financial goals. Executes planning, reporting, analysis/decision support with direction of an outlet planner Executes detailed analysis to drive category performance Drive financial results that maximize sales, inventory and bottom line profitability Prepare and participate in Business Review meetings and Store enrollment calls Exhibit initiative to look beyond the everyday business to look for opportunities to maximize sales potential Who- the Candidate: College certificate or University degree is required 1-3 years merchandise planning experience Previous experience with merchandise and planning systems. Expert knowledge of Excel is required. Excellent team player as well as the ability to work independently. Effective communication skills (written & verbal) Extremely organized, thorough and able to prioritize Detail orientated Strong ability to see the merchandise vision and translate the vision into viable plans. Results oriented – strong sense of motivation Self directed problem solver, proactive and resourceful How much: $37-38.25/hr + 4% vacation pay. Where: Vancouver, hybrid schedule, 4 days onsite, 1 remote. When & How To Apply: Swim Recruiting has been engaged as a trusted recruitment agency partner on this important search. If you are interested and already have a Recruiter at Swim, please reach out very soon.

What you’ll do

Requirements

A college certificate or university degree and 1–3 years of merchandise planning experience are required, along with experience using merchandise and planning systems and expert Excel skills. Candidates should be organized, detail-oriented, communicative, collaborative, self-directed, and able to translate merchandise vision into viable plans.