eCommerce Planner Merrell

Merrell exists to share the simple power of being outside with everyone. We believe the outdoors is a much broader space than just the mountain summit; its any space beyond your front door. Our mission is to help our community rethink the outdoors by building gear that works everywhere from technical alpine ridges to urban city streets. We dont just follow the trail; we help define where it goes next.

We are a team that lives at the intersection of elite performance and modern style. Our history on the trail and commitment to innovation has made us the most awarded brand in the outdoor space. Recently our MTL SpeedARC Peak won the prestigious ISPO Award for its breakthrough trail-racing tech while the SpeedARC Surge BOA was named one of TIMEs Best Inventions for its modern futuristic design and energy return. Whether its the Moab 3 being named Best Hiking Shoe by CNN Underscored and Popular Mechanics or the Jungle Moc being recognized by HuffPicks as the gold standard for comfort we are consistently recognized for building the most reliable and most innovative gear in the world.


The eCommerce Planner drives financial planning promotional strategy inventory management and business performance analysis partnering cross-functionally to deliver key KPI metrics in a fast-paced evolving eCommerce environment.

Primary Duties:

• Develop department class and key item forecasts including sales inventory receipts and Open to Buy forecasts ensuring alignment with business and financial targets.

• Partner with Buyers to build assortments that support merchandise strategies and financial goals including class mix buy depth inventory health and margin objectives.

• Lead promotional planning and forecasting efforts evaluating the impact of promotional events pricing actions and markdown strategies to drive profitable sales growth and inventory productivity.

• Partner on day-to-day business management through ongoing performance analysis of sales margin inventory demand and digital metrics. Identify risks and opportunities react quickly to changing business trends and develop actionable recommendations to drive results.

• Provide timely reporting ad hoc analysis and insights to support evolving business needs leadership requests and strategic decision making in a fast-paced eCommerce environment.

• Analyze weekly inventory availability ensuring appropriate inventory levels are maintained while partnering with demand planning teams on forecast adjustments and inventory optimization opportunities.

• Maintain strong cross functional relationships across eCommerce merchandising marketing and retail teams to influence decision making and achieve financial and operational objectives.

• Present business performance forecasts risks opportunities and strategic recommendations to leadership and cross-functional partners.

• Performs duties consistent with the Companys AAP/EEO goals and policies.

• Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience.

• 5 years of planning experience preferably in an ecommerce DTC or omnichannel retail environment.

• Strong analytical financial and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate real time data into actionable business insights in a fast-paced environment highlight dynamic business environment.

• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with reporting planning and business intelligence tools.

• Strong understanding of retail financial metrics digital commerce KPIs inventory management forecasting and promotional performance.

• Experience developing promotional pricing and inventory strategies that balance customer demand profitability and inventory health.

• Excellent verbal written and presentation skills with the ability to influence decisions across all levels of the organization.

• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively across merchandising marketing finance planning and operations teams.

• Demonstrated ability to leverage emerging technologies including AI-powered tools and automation solutions to improve efficiency enhance analysis and support fast decision making.

Working Conditions:

Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.

Wolverine Worldwide has a flexible hybrid work schedule with three days in office and two days remote.

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Wolverine World Wide Inc. (NYSE: WWW) is a global footwear and apparel company driven by a vision toMake. Every Day. Better.Founded in 1883 the Company builds and grows iconic brands includingMerrellSauconyWolverineSweaty BettyChacoHush PuppiesStride RiteHYTEST andBates along with footwear licenses forCatandHarley-Davidson. Headquartered in Rockford Michigan the Companys products are sold in approximately 170 countries and territories worldwide. For more information visit.

In 2025 the Company was recognized by Footwear News as Company of the Year by Forbes as one of Americas Dream Employers Americas Best Employers for Women and Americas Best Employers for Company Culture and by Inspiring Workplaces as one of the Most Inspiring Workplaces Globally.

Wolverine Worldwide is a Certified Great Place To Work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills which may be required.

Wolverine Worldwide Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates customers and suppliers regardless of race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender identity or any other legally protected characteristic.