Merchandise Planning Analyst

Job Profile – Buying & Merchandising Analyst

Overview

The Buying & Merchandising Analyst plays a key role in linking the design and sales teams with production and vendor partners. This position supports Chemistry’s buying decisions through data-driven analysis, ensures timely execution of seasonal buys, and oversees the smooth flow from order placement to product delivery while maintaining quality and brand standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Buying Support
• Assist in finalising seasonal and core assortment buys based on trend and sales data.
• Create detailed buy sheets and PO summaries for vendor communication.
• Track budgets, product quantities, and delivery timelines.
• Merchandising & Sales Analysis
• Analyse weekly, monthly, and seasonal sales performance by category, style, and store.
• Prepare easy-to-read dashboards and reports for management review.
• Identify bestsellers, slow movers, and key opportunities to guide future buys.
• Vendor & Production Coordination
• Follow up with vendors to ensure on-time deliveries and quality adherence.
• Liaise with internal QC, logistics, and warehouse teams for smooth intake.
• Maintain updated vendor trackers for timelines, quantities, and exceptions.
• Process & Reporting
• Maintain accurate records of buys, deliveries, and revisions.
• Generate summary reports for each season comparing plan vs actual.
• Support cross-departmental meetings with data summaries and status updates.

Key Skills & Attributes

Experience & Background