Assortment Planner

Dollar Tree Inc

Chesapeake, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Business Skills, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Data Quality, Data Visualization Tools, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Strategy, Leadership, Marketing, Merchandising, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Product Reviews, Product Strategy, Product Support, Retail, Risk Analysis, Strategic Planning
LOCATION
Chesapeake, VA
POSTED
30+ days ago

As an Assortment Planner at Dollar Trees corporate office, youll partner closely with Category Directors and Merchants to define and optimize our product assortment strategy. Using strong analytical skills and business insight, youll develop and maintain assortment plans, evaluate item performance, and provide data-driven recommendations that directly impact category success. Your expertise in planning and performance analysis plays a critical role in supporting Dollar Trees mission and maintaining our position as the #1 value retailer.

Your day-to-day responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Assortment Planning & Strategy:

  • Provide analytical support for Product Line Reviews (PLRs) and Business Reviews (BRs), ensuring accurate data and actionable insights are available for decision-making
  • Develop and maintain assortment plans aligned with category strategies and financial objectives
  • Utilize assortment optimization tools to evaluate item and store clustering to support assortment recommendations

Performance Analysis & Reporting:

  • Conduct weekly analysis of top and bottom performing products, identifying risks and opportunities within the category
  • Perform ad hoc analysis and reporting to support strategic initiatives and address performance trends
  • Track and report on department-level KPIs, supporting leadership in driving category results

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Partner with Merchandising, Inventory, and Store Operations teams to ensure assortment plans align with broader business objectives
  • Present findings and recommendations in a clear, compelling manner grounded in data

Your Required Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelors Degree in Business, Finance, Merchandising, Marketing, Analytics, or related field
  • 1+ years of experience in Assortment Planning, Merchandising, or a related analytical role
  • Experience working with assortment planning software and analytical tools
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into recommendations
  • Ability to influence stakeholders and communicate effectively across cross-functional teams

Preferred Requirements:

  • Experience in retail, value retail, or high-volume merchandising environments
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel or data visualization tools
  • Experience supporting PLRs and BRs in a corporate merchandising environment

Our success is a team effort - when we reach our goals, youll be eligible for a yearly bonus!

Your Perks and Benefits: We offer a wide variety of rewards to support your health, wealth, and mental well-being. In addition to medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance, we offer:

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement plans with matching contribution
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Educational Assistance
  • Access to PerkSpot, an employee discount platform for goods and services
  • And much more!

Who We Are: At Dollar Tree, we make a difference in the lives of our customers every day by exceeding their expectations and delivering value - its what our business is built on. Our associates play an important role in this commitment by embracing change and showing up for their teams and their communities.

We see an exciting path forward as our company continues to grow and transform - and we know that this path starts with you. Join our team today and discover The Value of You.

Dollar Tree is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Full time 500 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320 Planning Dollar Tree

About the Company

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Dollar Tree Inc

It’s all about the thrill of the hunt!

We love to hear from our customers and overwhelmingly the two comments we repeatedly receive are:

"I can't believe this cool item I just found at Dollar Tree!" AND...

"I can't believe it's only $1.00!"

That’s when we know we've done our jobs right! We have worked hard to create an environment where shopping is fun... a place where our customers can discover new treasures every week... a store where entire families can enjoy hunting for that special something. Every Dollar Tree store is bright and well lit, clean and well organized, and stocked with endless hidden treasures!

Just as important, we continue to offer our customers products they need at extreme values! We carry a broad, exciting mix of merchandise that includes many trusted national and regional brands. Some of the product departments you'll find at Dollar Tree include housewares, glassware, dinnerware, cleaning supplies, candy, snacks, food, health and beauty, toys, gifts, gift bags and wrap, party supplies, stationery, craft supplies, teaching supplies, books, seasonal décor, and so much more. Everything you need for every day, every holiday, every occasion... and every single item is only $1 (or less)!

The best part is that there is probably a Dollar Tree store near you! We are a national company with thousands of stores conveniently located in shopping centers and malls in all 48 contiguous states. You can also shop online for larger quantities of the same items you'd find in our stores, plus check out craft and project ideas, take advantage of online exclusives and manufacturer closeouts, watch videos, and join our Value Seekers Club to find even more fun and frugal ideas. We invite you to come check us out, compare our prices, and stretch your dollars by shopping with us... Discover the Dollar Tree Difference!

 

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Retail
FOUNDED
1986
WEBSITE
https://www.dollartree.com/careers