Associate, Merchandise Strategy & Inventory Planning
BRUNT Workwear
We’re leading the way in redefining the workwear category. Our mission is to engineer better boots and apparel for our country’s tradesmen and women by working directly with real workers to learn what they actually need to execute their jobs.
The BRUNT team is not only devoted to improving on the old workwear standards, but we’re also creating a community that tradesmen and women can call their own. From our weekly hangouts at the BRUNT Garage, to hosting events across the country, we’re all about getting boots on the ground and building something real with the BRUNT crew.
What You’ll Do:
As the Associate, Merchandise Strategy & Inventory Planning, you’ll play a key role in supporting our planning and forecasting efforts across both eCommerce and wholesale channels. You’ll help ensure our products are in the right place, at the right time, and in the right quantity. This is a highly cross-functional role that’s perfect for someone who is analytical, detail-oriented, and excited to learn and grow in a fast-paced startup environment.
How You’ll Do It:
Support Planning & Forecasting:
- Assist in building and maintaining seasonal and monthly unit forecasts by product category and style.
- Analyze sales trends, inventory levels, and marketing inputs to support accurate demand planning.
- Partner with the Manager to develop bottoms-up line plans and contribute to inventory buy strategies.
- Support the analysis of size curves and replenishment models
Reporting & Analysis:
- Maintain weekly and monthly reporting on sales, inventory and KPIs
- Conduct hindsight and ad hoc analysis to identify product performance trends and inventory gaps.
- Track performance of key KPIs such as stock levels, turn rates, and forecast accuracy.
Cross-Functional Coordination:
- Collaborate with merchandising, operations, marketing, and finance to ensure alignment on product launches and inventory needs.
- Participate in planning meetings and provide data support for cross-functional decision-making.
Process & Tools:
- Help manage item setup and data accuracy within planning tools and systems.
- Support ongoing improvements to planning models, templates, and processes.
- Contribute to open-to-buy process preparation and post-mortem analysis.
What You Need to Succeed:
- 2–4 years of experience in merchandise planning, inventory management, or a related analytical role (eCommerce or retail industry preferred).
- Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets (experience with formulas, pivot tables, and basic modeling required).
- Familiarity with planning tools or ERP systems (Toolio, Anaplan, or similar is a plus).
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage and analyze large datasets.
- Clear communicator with strong organizational skills and a collaborative mindset.
- Curiosity, humility, and a strong desire to learn and grow within the planning and merchandising function.
WHY BRUNT?
At BRUNT, people come first. That’s why we support the whole employee.
This is how we do it:
Financial Wellness
- Competitive compensation
- Equity
- 401k and retirement plan assistance
Health & Wellbeing
- Dental and Vision 100% covered by BRUNT
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- Paid parental leave
Professional Development
- Clear and transparent performance management process
- Understanding how you can level up at BRUNT
Culture and Community
- All-Hands meetings twice a year for the entire team to connect
- Flexible and collaborative work environment
- Thursdays social events with co-workers and community members
No matter what experience you have within our industry we encourage you to apply. At BRUNT, we believe that a strong crew is assembled with people from different backgrounds.
We look for individuals who thrive on challenges, will be passionate about our brand, and believe that teamwork is necessary for success. Show us how your experiences have shaped you and how you can contribute to BRUNT. We can’t wait to hear from you!