Our Brand :
At J.Jill, we’re redefining what it means to dress and live with ease. As a women-led, Boston-based lifestyle brand with 200+ stores nationwide, we design thoughtful, inspired apparel and accessories that celebrate the totality of all women. We’re entering an exciting chapter of growth — expanding our footprint, reaching new customers, and deepening long-standing relationships. We're seeking bold thinkers and doers to join us. With competitive pay and benefits, a supportive culture, and the chance to make a real impact, this is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to bring our ethos keep it simple, make it matter to life in new and inspiring ways.
Overview :
At J.Jill, we are evolving how we plan, manage, and grow our business. We are seeking a highly analytical, collaborative, and forward-thinking Merchandise Planner who brings a growth mindset, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for driving results.
The ideal candidate is more than a strong financial planner. They are a strategic thinker, a proactive problem solver, and a true business partner who thrives in a dynamic retail environment. This individual will have the ability to connect data with insights, challenge conventional thinking, and translate business trends into actionable strategies that drive profitable growth.
As we continue to invest in new technology, advanced planning capabilities, and more agile ways of working, we are looking for someone who embraces change, continuously seeks opportunities to improve, and is energized by building the future of our business.
Responsibilities :
Strategic Planning & Business Performance
Develop and execute merchandise financial plans that align with company objectives, drive profitable growth, and optimize inventory productivity.
Own sales, margin, inventory, and receipt planning for assigned categories, ensuring alignment with financial targets and merchandising strategies.
Owns the planning process for all Seasonal Basics and Fashion styles across all product choices.
Manages ongoing reforecasting of Basic and Seasonal Basic Key Items across all choices, evaluating sales, margin, and inventory performance to align with business needs.
Partners with Allocation to manage basic stock replenishment, determining optimal order quantities by style, color, and size.
Collaborates with Sourcing to adjust receipt timing and flow for basic styles based on evolving sales trends and business performance.
Analyze business performance, identify emerging trends, and proactively recommend actions to capitalize on opportunities or mitigate risks.
Partner with Merchandising to develop assortment strategies that balance customer demand, product innovation, and financial performance.
Conducts advanced analytical projects as needed to support evolving business needs and drive informed decision-making.
Drive full-price sell-through, inventory efficiency, and improved profitability through disciplined planning and thoughtful inventory management.
Leverage historical performance, customer insights, and forward-looking trends to inform decisions while recognizing when past performance may not predict future opportunities.
Dynamic Thinking & Problem Solving
Think beyond the numbers to understand the underlying drivers of business performance and identify meaningful opportunities and actionable recommendations.
Demonstrate agility in responding to changing business trends, customer behaviors, and market conditions.
Challenge assumptions, ask thoughtful questions, and bring fresh perspectives to business discussions.
Develop multiple scenarios and evaluate trade-offs to support informed, timely decision-making.
Balance strategic, long-term thinking with the ability to act decisively in a fast-paced environment.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Serve as a trusted business partner to Merchandising, Allocation, Sourcing, and other cross-functional teams.
Foster a collaborative, solutions-oriented environment where ideas are openly shared and…