Merchandise Planner: Forecasting, OTB & Inventory Strategy

Ralph Lauren; City Of London; Vor Ort; GBP 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ralph Lauren is seeking a Planner to lead in-season forecasting, trading and future season planning, and manage inventory and OTB. The role requires rigorous analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and a proactive approach to achieving KPI targets.

You will work closely with buying, merchandising, and store teams to translate brand strategies into actionable plans, optimise stock levels and maximise profitability across channels.

Qualifikationen

• Strong analytical mindset with forecasting and planning tools.
• Excellent communicator across diverse audiences.
• Autonomous, results-oriented with problem-solving focus.
• Advanced Excel and BI reporting capabilities.

Aufgaben

• Analyse trade reports and influence forecasting and MD planning.
• Influence actions affecting department KPI performance.
• Oversee OTB processes and communicate KPI impacts.
• Monitor inventory targets and optimize stock turns.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Forecasting

Excel / BI

Communication

Team leadership

Tools

Microsoft Excel

BI Reporting

Forecasting systems

Jobbeschreibung

Ralph Lauren is seeking a Planner to lead in-season forecasting, trading and future season planning, and manage inventory and OTB. The role requires rigorous analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and a proactive approach to achieving KPI targets.

You will work closely with buying, merchandising, and store teams to translate brand strategies into actionable plans, optimise stock levels and maximise profitability across channels.