Assistant Manager – Sales Planning (RTW & Shoes)

Louis Vuitton; Hong Kong; Hybrid; HKD 540,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Louis Vuitton, a luxury fashion house, seeks an Assistant Manager - Sales Planning to drive North Asia Ready-To-Wear and Shoes sales performance. The role emphasizes analytics, data integrity, and cross-functional collaboration with HQ to optimize forecasting and inventory management.

Responsibilities include creating sales plans, maintaining dashboards, and translating data into actionable strategies for senior leadership, with regular collaboration with regional teams and Paris showrooms.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical mindset and data management skills.
• Ability to translate data insights into actionable strategies.
• Excellent communication with cross-functional stakeholders and HQ.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales performance and strategic planning for North Asia Ready-To-Wear and Shoes.
• Collaborate with merchandising, finance, and HQ teams to align forecasts with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain regular sales reports and dashboards for senior management.
• Monitor KPIs and prepare detailed sales forecasts and demand plans at SKU level.
• Participate in showroom activities in Paris HQ and online for OTB management.

Skills

Sales planning

Forecasting

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

KPI monitoring

Inventory management

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Assistant Manager - Sales Planning will play a crucial role in driving sales performance and strategic planning for the Ready-To-Wear and Shoes categories within the North Asia zone. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, exceptional data management skills, the ability to translate data insights into actionable strategies, and strong communications skills with cross-functional and cross-layer stakeholders. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams and our Headquarters to optimize sales processes and support the overall business objectives.

Profile

1. Sales Planning and Forecasting:

• Develop and implement of sales plans and forecasts with budget considerations and business strategies. Reviewing and refining forecast accuracy.
• Analyze historical sales data and market trends to predict future demand.
• Collaborate with merchandising, and finance teams to align sales forecasts with business objectives.
• Conduct comprehensive sales analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and maintain regular sales reports and dashboards to provide insights to senior management and stakeholders.
• Conduct weekly discussion with headquarters to update the business trend and ensure the forecast alignment.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare detailed sales forecasts.
• Develop demand planning at SKU level and performance benchmarks.
• Participate in showrooms both in-person at the Paris Headquarters and remotely online for OTB management.

2. Supply Chain & Inventory Management:

• Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability, seasonal sell-through management and permanent stock efficiency.
• Identify and address potential inventory shortages or excesses.
• New product launch setup and stock allocation with distribution system.
• Work closely with headquarter distribution team to ensure timely delivery of products.
• Maintain strong relationships with key supply chain partners.
• Cross-functional partnering with market merchandising team and regional distribution team to ensure cohesive product strategies for launch and for peak season.

3. Data Management, Analysis and Reporting:

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of sales data through rigorous data management practices.
• Managing the development of sales dashboards.
• Utilize advanced data analytics tools and techniques to extract meaningful insights from large datasets.
• Manage data collection processes and ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Generate and analyze reports on sales performance, inventory levels, supply chain efficiency.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on data analysis.
• Prepare regular updates and presentations for senior management.
• Conduct comprehensive sales analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and maintain regular sales reports and dashboards to provide insights to senior management and stakeholders.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare detailed sales forecasts.
• Provide analytical support for event and 360 activation activities, product launches, and other sales initiatives.

Founded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton perpetuates the ambitious vision of its namesake. From his origins as a master trunk maker, manufacturing boxes used to pack both everyday objects as well as voluminous wardrobes, Louis Vuitton and his successors introduced numerous innovations including the advent of the flat-top trunk, lightweight canvas, signature patterns, and the tumbler lock. Today, Louis Vuitton’s legacy is expressed through its rigorous spirit of innovation, the boldness of its creations and an uncompromising demand for excellence.