Distribution Planner

PRADA; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Prada Group in Lombardia, Italy, seeks a Distribution Planner to optimize inventory distribution across markets, channels and stores. You will analyze sales performance and coordinate replenishment strategies with Supply Chain, Merchandising and local teams to maximize product availability and minimize lost sales.

You should hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and have 1–2 years in supply chain, preferably in fashion, with strong Excel and BI skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in supply chain or similar role; fashion industry a plus.
• Knowledge of inventory, replenishment, and retail distribution processes.
• Experience in high-volume, multi-location distribution environments.
• Experience with BI and data analysis tools (Power BI, Power Query, Power Apps a plus).
• Strong MS Excel and database skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and continuously improve replenishment and distribution processes from central warehouses to local warehouses and stores.
• Analyze product availability, stock levels and sales trends to optimize inventory flows, stock coverage and service levels.
• Define and implement replenishment and distribution strategies to achieve sales, service and inventory targets.
• Coordinate stock rebalancing, assortment changes and Store-to-Store activities with Merchandising, Buying, local planning and regional teams.
• Develop and improve reporting tools and dashboards, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to optimize inventory management and distribution.

Skills

Inventory management

Replenishment

Data analysis

Power BI

Excel

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

Power BI

Power Query

Power Apps

MS Excel

Database applications

Job description

Founded in 1913 in Italy, the Prada Group was built on a tradition of excellence and with a vision of innovation. The Group, a world leader in the luxury sector, operates in more than 45 countries with the PRADA, Miu Miu, Versace, Church’s, Car Shoe and Luna Rossa brands, and has employees of over 100 nationalities.

JOB PURPOSE

The Distribution Planner will optimize inventory distribution and stock levels across markets, channels and stores by analysing sales performance and product availability. Working closely with Supply Chain, Merchandising and local teams, the role will improve replenishment strategies, inventory efficiency and distribution processes to maximize product availability and minimize lost sales.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and continuously improve replenishment and distribution processes from central warehouses to local warehouses and stores.
• Analyze product availability, stock levels and sales trends to optimize inventory flows, stock coverage and service levels.
• Define and implement replenishment and distribution strategies to achieve sales, service and inventory targets.
• Coordinate stock rebalancing, assortment changes and Store-to-Store activities with Merchandising, Buying, local planning and regional teams.
• Develop and improve reporting tools and dashboards, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to optimize inventory management and distribution.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Economics, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics or a related discipline.

1-2 years of previous experience in the same or a similar role within supply chain (a plus if in fashion industry).

Good knowledge of inventory, replenishment principles and retail distribution processes.

Experience working in a high-volume, multi-location distribution environment.

Experience with Business Intelligence and data analysis tools (knowledge of Power BI, Power Query and/or Power Apps is a plus).

Strong knowledge of MS Office (particularly Excel) and database applications.

RAL 38.000 - 40.000 K

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Joining our Company means working in a creative and international environment, with teams of people motivated by curiosity and the quest for excellence. The engine of our success is the importance and value that we place on the talent and passion of our people leading to their own professional growth. Prada Group promotes an inclusive work environment, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or other personal characteristics. We believe that diversity is a value and we are committed to build a fair and respectful workplace for all.