We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Category Planner to support the growth and performance of our Beauty category. This role is responsible for inventory planning, sales analysis, forecasting, assortment management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure optimal product availability and category performance.
This is a hybrid position based in the Miami area, working Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with 3 days in-office and 2 days remote.
Key Responsibilities
Analyze sales trends, inventory levels, and customer demand to support category growth strategies
Develop and maintain forecasting, replenishment, and inventory plans for Beauty products
Partner with merchandising, purchasing, marketing, and supply chain teams to optimize assortment and product availability
Monitor product performance, identify opportunities, and recommend action plans to improve category results
Support promotional planning and seasonal product launches
Prepare reports, dashboards, and business insights for leadership review
Ensure inventory targets, service levels, and financial goals are achieved
Track market trends, competitive activity, and consumer behavior within the beauty industry
Assist with vendor communication and product lifecycle management
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, Merchandising, or related field preferred
3+ years of experience in category planning, merchandise planning in a fast moving consumer goods, preferably travel retail.
Beauty, cosmetics, skincare, or consumer goods industry experience strongly preferred but not required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required
Experience with ERP systems, forecasting tools, or retail planning software preferred
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Schedule & Work Environment
Monday – Friday
8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office / 2 days remote
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Health, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off and holidays
Career growth opportunities
Collaborative and dynamic team environment
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Numbers & Facts
Location
Miami, FL
Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Beauty Industryunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Competitive Researchunmatched
Consumer Packaged Goodsunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Customer/Consumer Behaviorunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
Financial Servicesunmatched
Forecastingunmatched
Inventory Levelsunmatched
Inventory Planningunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Market Trackingunmatched
Market Trend Analysisunmatched
Marketingunmatched
Merchandisingunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Performance Analysisunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Product Lifecycle Managementunmatched
Product Planningunmatched
Product/Service Launchunmatched
Promotional Programsunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Reporting Dashboardsunmatched
Reporting Skillsunmatched
Retailunmatched
Retail Softwareunmatched
Sales Analysisunmatched
Sales Forecastingunmatched
Supply Chainunmatched
Supply Chain Optimizationunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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