Planning Analyst

About SKIMS

SKIMS is a purpose-driven apparel brand focused on creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear, shapewear, and wardrobe essentials. The company blends technical innovation with comfort-led design to build products for everyone.

Positioned at the crossroads of culture, innovation, and commerce, SKIMS is a worldwide brand reshaping modern apparel. Its teams value creativity, teamwork, operational discipline, and an inclusive, high-performing environment where ambitious and curious professionals can do their best work.

As the company expands internationally, HQ teams help define strategy, build strong infrastructure, and support long-term growth across markets.

Role Overview

SKIMS is looking for a highly analytical Planning Analyst to support inventory management, demand forecasting, and production planning for Nike/SKIMS. This role suits someone with strong attention to detail, a data-driven mindset, and an interest in fashion and retail operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with cross-functional partners to build and maintain reliable demand forecasts using historical performance, market signals, and business plans.
• Track inventory performance, review sell-through trends, and flag situations where stock may become too high or too low. Recommend actions that improve inventory turnover and lower carrying costs.
• Use advanced analytical methods to uncover insights, identify improvement opportunities, and support supply chain efficiency and product availability through data-backed recommendations.
• Prepare recurring reports and dashboards that show key planning, inventory, and forecasting metrics, and share insights with leadership.
• Partner with teams such as Sales, Marketing, Design, and Production to ensure planning decisions support broader business objectives.
• Look for ways to improve processes, strengthen forecasting accuracy, and stay current with industry best practices and new technologies.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Recent graduates with relevant internship exposure, or up to 2 years of experience in demand forecasting, retail merchandising, inventory management, or supply chain planning, ideally within fashion or retail.
• Comfort using analytical tools and software such as Excel, SQL, and forecasting platforms like SAP, Oracle, or similar systems.
• Strong ability to analyze data and trends and turn them into practical decisions.
• Clear communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organization, precision, and attention to detail.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively while balancing several tasks and priorities.

Benefits and Culture

• Up to 100% company-paid healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Kind Body fertility benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with company matching up to 4%.
• Unlimited paid time off.
• Full access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Employee discounts.

HQ Perks

• Complimentary catered lunch at HQ every Monday through Thursday.
• Dog-friendly office on Thursdays and Fridays.
• Free swag giveaways.
• Annual holiday party.
• Annual summer party.
• Invitations to pop-ups and other company events.
• Free daily office snacks and beverages.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this role is $65,000 to $80,000.