eCommerce Planner
Location: Santa Monica, CA
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Databases
Job Description Apply Now
The eCommerce Planner role presents an exciting opportunity for professionals who are passionate about inventory management, sales forecasting, and data-driven decision-making within the entertainment industry. As an eCommerce Planner, you will play a pivotal part in supporting the seamless operation of online stores, ensuring that inventory levels align with sales trends and organizational objectives. This full-time position is designed for analytical thinkers who thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and are eager to leverage their expertise to optimize product performance through strategic planning and collaboration.
As an eCommerce Planner, your primary focus will be on maintaining optimal inventory levels, analyzing sales data, and working closely with team members to forecast future needs. This position calls for an individual who is skilled in interpreting data, making strategic recommendations, and executing plans that drive business growth. The entertainment sector offers unique challenges and opportunities, making this role ideal for those with a background or keen interest in music, entertainment, or related industries, particularly where e-commerce is a central channel for sales and marketing.
In this role, you will utilize your strong analytical skills to assess sales patterns, monitor stock levels, and identify opportunities for promotional activities. You will also be responsible for projecting inventory needs, managing SKU performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support commercial strategies. The ability to synthesize data and translate insights into actionable plans is critical, as is the capacity to adapt to evolving systems and processes within a growing business environment.
The position offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to an industry-leading organization. Working as an eCommerce Planner in New York, NY, allows you to be at the heart of a vibrant market, engaging with innovative professionals and expanding your career potential. The company's commitment to employee development, diversity, and inclusion ensures a welcoming and supportive workplace for all qualified candidates.
eCommerce Planner - Summary- Key role in supporting online store operations through inventory management and sales forecasting
- Focuses on data analysis, promotional strategy, and SKU performance optimization
- Position based in New York, NY, offering access to a dynamic entertainment industry market
- Full-time employment with room for growth and professional development
- Manage inventory across multiple stores by reviewing on-hand quantities and determining stock positions based on weeks of supply, sell-through rates, seasonal trends, and artist lifecycle data
- Project and forecast sales and inventory needs for core products using historical data and growth projections
- Identify and manage items for promotional and marketing strategies, determining product lifecycles and promotional windows
- Recommend inventory actions by conducting SKU performance analysis and identifying opportunities for print-on-demand or other fulfillment methods
- Collaborate within a commercial, multi-platform environment, applying strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evolving systems and processes
- Utilize Microsoft Excel and other analytical tools to generate reports, monitor trends, and inform strategic decisions
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to align inventory strategies with broader business objectives
- Competitive compensation package tailored to industry standards
- Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance coverage
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Access to a dedicated Engagement Manager for career support
- Recognition through industry awards and a strong track record of employee satisfaction
- 2-4 years of professional business experience, preferably within the music, entertainment, or e-commerce sector
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in buying, planning, sales analysis, or forecasting within an e-commerce environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant data analysis tools
- Ability to adapt and thrive within a rapidly developing commercial setting
- Detail-oriented, highly organized, and adaptable to changing priorities
- Proven track record in analyzing sales data, managing inventory, and supporting promotional strategies
- Strong collaborator who enjoys working across teams and departments
- Driven by data and capable of transforming insights into actionable business plans
- Interest or experience in the entertainment or music industry is a plus
- Opportunity to work in a vibrant, growing organization recognized for industry excellence
- Participation in a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and career growth
- Located in New York, NY, offering exposure to a major entertainment and commercial hub
- Comprehensive resources and support for professional development
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
If you are ready to advance your career as an eCommerce Planner in New York, NY, and want to make a meaningful impact in the entertainment industry, click the job application button to apply now and join a team dedicated to excellence and innovation.