Head of Planning

We’re hiring! Malbon is looking for a Head of Planning to join our team. Reporting directly to the CEO, this leader will oversee financial, inventory, and demand planning across our e-commerce, retail, and wholesale channels. You’ll partner closely with Merchandising, Sales, Finance, and Operations to align seasonal buys with business goals, optimize inventory, and drive profitable growth. This is a hands-on leadership role with the opportunity to build the planning team, tools, and processes that support Malbon’s continued expansion. Location: Malbon HQ is based in Santa Monica, CA. We are currently operating from a hybrid work schedule of 3 days a week in-office. This role is not eligible for remote. What You’ll Do Financial Plans - Track, daily, weekly, monthly, yearly sales for ecom, retail and wholesale - Manages sales, margin and inventory turn across channels - Own OTB - communicate risks and opportunity - Develop pre season plans in conjunction with merch and sales - Develop reporting and represent planning in cross functional leadership meetings Seasonal Buys & Recuts - Develop size curve forecasts in partnership with merch and sales - Review sales forecasts align with preseason targets; partner with sales on ATS forecasts - Manage buy turn ins to production - Manage liquidity for late adds and recuts Demand Planning - Manage 300 skus across 4 warehouses for in stock levels and product lifecycles - Issue recuts or reflow receipts as necessary - Develop reporting and communicate out of stocks/ back in stocks cross functionally - Receipt Tracking & Inventory - Partner with ops and production on managing receipt flow - Communicate changes in receipt forecasts to finance - Oversee planning team on inventory allocations Team Development - Build the department roadmap: headcount, tools and process What You’ll Bring - 8+ years in planning/buying with prior experience (DTC/Wholesale experience preferred) - Prior experience managing & developing a planning team - Advanced Excel Skills - Strong financial and analytical skills; comfortable owning OTB and inventory targets at company level - Track record partnering directly with finance and merchandising leadership - Experience with netsuite preferred - Occasional travel to retail stores may be required Compensation and Benefits This is a full-time position with an expected base salary range of $160,000-$185,000. Compensation decisions are determined using a variety of job-related factors such as skill set, geographic location, market demands, experience, and education or certifications. If we extend an offer for employment, we will consider all individual qualifications. Perks & Benefits - Benefits: Competitive plans for Medical, Dental, Vision - 401(k) + matching - Annual RSU grant - Generous PTO policy + observed holiday calendar - Monthly mobile/internet stipend - Employee discount for eligible Malbon products Diversity & Inclusion At Malbon, we celebrate individuality. Our team is built on inclusivity, creativity, and community. We’re committed to fostering a diverse workplace where every employee feels welcomed, respected, and empowered to grow.