Merchandising Planning Intern

Corporate Office - Knoxville, TN

Who Are We?

Stand Out For Good, Inc. is a rapidly growing women’s fashion company with 5 unique brands, in 130+ locations, across 38 states. Our stores feel like a sanctuary - a place of beauty from the inside out. From welcoming experiences and warm associates to thoughtfully curated products, our brands are built upon the founding principles of giving back and making a difference in the World.

Our Mission

“Stand Out. For Good”. At Altar’d State, those four words are more than just our motto, they are why we exist. From Mission Mondays, where 10% of our net proceeds go directly to local charitable organizations, to our long-standing partnership with Coprodeli USA, in which we are in the process of building 22 schools for impoverished communities in Peru, we are committed to giving back in meaningful ways to those in need.

The Merchandise Planning Intern will gain hands-on experience in the dynamic world of retail merchandise planning and allocation. As a Merchandise Planning Intern, you’ll assist in various aspects of planning and allocation to ensure our products are in the right place at the right time to meet guest demand. The Intern will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including buying, marketing, and store operations, to ensure alignment on merchandise strategies. This opportunity offers a well-rounded experience in the retail industry and equips interns with essential skills and knowledge for a successful career in this field.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with large datasets to analyze historical sales data, inventory levels, and customer trends. 

• Assist in managing inventory levels by monitoring stock levels, reorder points, and replenishment strategies.

• Learn to use forecasting models and software to predict customer demand for products.

• Work on allocating products to specific stores or the distribution center based on demand and inventory levels, ensuring that the right products are in the right place at the right time.

• Assist with pricing strategies and decisions, and manage markdowns to optimize sales and inventory turnover.

Qualifications

• Must have a few days of open availability and be able to work a minimum of 20-25 hours.

• Upcoming junior, senior or recent graduate with a strong academic record pursuing a degree in Business, Merchandising, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with large datasets and interpret data.

• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Excel or data analysis tools is a plus.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Detail-oriented with a passion for retail and merchandising.

• Self-motivated and eager to learn. #LI-DNI

Stand Out For Good, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

We are proud to share that our associates have made us one of Fortune's Best Companies to Work For! Recently, our team has received the following recognition:

• #73 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2023

• #4 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail™ 2022

• #93 in Best Workplaces for Millennials™ 2023

• #34 in Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ 2022