Merchandiser Planner

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion company is seeking a 'Planner' to drive financial strategies and maximize commercial opportunities across multiple retail classifications in London. The role involves setting retail targets, managing reports, and collaborating with purchasing teams to boost sales effectively. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Planning or Merchandising, preferably within retail.
• Experience managing junior reports.
• Background in Handbag/Accessories or Ready-to-wear preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set and manage financial targets by department and category.
• Produce and analyze weekly trade reports on sales, inventory, and gross margin.
• Build and develop a motivated, results-driven team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Michael Kors is always interested in hearing from talented, globally-minded individuals with a passion for fashion.

If you enjoy working in a creative, fast-paced environment, then we would love to hear from you!

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Job Title: Planner

Department: Retail Corporate

Location: London

Reports to: Planning Manager

Main Job Objectives

The primary purpose of this position is to initiate analysis and develop a financial strategy for a rapidly growing retail business across multiple classifications. To manage & be responsible for multiple departments to ensure the maximisation of commercial opportunities. To manage a multi-tiered team, to appraise & to develop personnel.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Set and manage financial targets by department and category.
• Update, manage, and present monthly OTB to management.
• Oversee omni-channel management (Lifestyle, E-com & Outlets) and understand the nuances of each channel.
• Identify opportunities in sales and minimize risk through WSSIs/Linecards.
• Create reports and develop financial plans; monitor sales, inventory, markdowns, and profit by classification from a top-line to store level.
• Collaborate with the buying team to analyze seasonal merchandise assortments and execute merchandising strategies aligned with OTB.
• Produce regular and ad hoc analyses based on ROS, densities, sales, and coverage; present findings to senior management.
• Analyze business performance at classification and style levels; partner with the buying team to implement findings and develop actionable strategies to drive sales and gross margin.
• Recommend buys based on thorough retail business analysis before each market to boost sales, profitability, and sell-through percentage.
• Partner with Retail team to identify new opportunities and monitor performance to meet plans.
• Work with Allocator to understand trading calendar and highlight opportunities to maximize sales and stock levels.
• Monitor the flow and delivery of new assortments, flagging risks and opportunities to Senior Management.
• Review key item rankings and best seller reports regularly to understand key metrics.
• Produce and analyze weekly trade reports on sales, inventory, and gross margin versus plan by classification, style, and store.
• Build and develop a motivated, results-driven team.
• Develop robust exit strategies for old stock and identify opportunities within the off-price channel.

Work Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Experience in Planning or Merchandising, preferably within retail.
• Advanced Excel skills and computer literacy.
• Experience managing junior reports.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Background in Handbag/Accessories or Ready-to-wear preferred.
• Experience in large high street retailers is a plus.
• Must be dynamic, resilient, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

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At Capri, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe success stems from our differences and aim to inspire change and growth within our team. Capri is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics.