About the role
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.