Planner, Inventory Planning

Burberry; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in luxury retail is seeking a skilled Planner for their Inventory Planning team in London. The role involves supporting Global Open to Buy processes and optimizing inventory across various channels. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and a keen attention to detail. This position offers the opportunity to drive significant impact in a fast-paced environment as part of a highly collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning or analytics, supporting global Open to Buy processes.
• Ability to build cross-functional relationships.
• Problem-solving skills with a focus on results.

Responsibilities

• Support Global Rolling Open to Buy process and inventory management.
• Optimize global inventory and manage stock rebalances.
• Collaborate with senior management to set annual margin and sales targets.

Skills

Analytical capabilities

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers, and our communities. This core belief has guided Burberry since 1856 and remains central to our operations today.

We aim to provide an environment where creative minds from diverse backgrounds can thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purpose-driven and values-led brand, we are committed to being a force for good, creating sustainable luxury, driving industry change, and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

Burberry is seeking a skilled Planner to join the Inventory Planning team. You will support all Global Rolling OTB activities within Burberry’s Merchandise Planning & Inventory organization, embodying our values and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Communicating and ensuring adherence to commercial principles related to Global Inventory management, with a strong focus on inventory holding by channel
• Supporting the Global Rolling Open to Buy process
• Managing the Global Delist process and assessing risks in end-of-season inventory
• Optimizing global inventory through stock rebalances and identifying opportunities

RESPONSIBILITIES

Global OTB Management

• Consolidating the Global Rolling OTB for all channels (FP Stores, Digital, Outlet, Wholesale)
• Preparing insightful analyses on channel performance relative to plans and identifying inventory risks
• Collaborating with senior management and finance to set annual margin and sales targets
• Tracking margin performance and adherence across product divisions

Option Consolidation & Tracking

• Assessing option plans within OTB to evaluate revenue and assortment productivity

Global Rebalance

• Coordinating stock rebalances, managing rebalance templates, and communicating stock movements
• Identifying opportunities to maximize stock productivity and improve sell-through and weeks of cover

Global Delist

• Maintaining the global delist files to track product lifecycle and exit strategies
• Working with retail and merchandising teams to develop exit strategies that maximize clearance while protecting full-price sales and brand integrity

PERSONAL PROFILE

• Experience in planning or analytics, supporting global Open to Buy processes
• Strong communication skills and ability to build cross-functional relationships
• Attention to detail and analytical capabilities
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Organized, analytical, and results-driven
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Problem-solving skills with a focus on results despite obstacles
• Flexible and capable of managing multiple priorities

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

FOOTER

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer, recruiting based solely on skills and experience.

Posting Notes: United Kingdom || London || GLOBAL PLANNING || RETAIL MERCHANDISING

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