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How much does a Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst in the United States is $38 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $33 and $42. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst Salary $29 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst Salary $33 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst Salary $38 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst Salary $42 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst Salary $47 US March 26, 2024
25% $33 10% $29 90% $47 75% $42 $38 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst is responsible for reviewing stock to sales ratios, responding to changing sales trends, and ensuring plan sales, plan markups, and plan markdowns are achieved by departments. Plans and forecasts for future merchandise buys based on historical buys, reoccurring buys and current inventory levels. Being a Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst inputs and maintains data in various merchandising systems. Plans and coordinates merchandise flow-through. In addition, Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Working as a Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Merchandise Forecast/Planning Senior Analyst

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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