Americas Outlet Planner & Forecasting Specialist

Burberry; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Burberry seeks a Planner to support profitable growth across the Americas Outlet by managing allocation, forecasting, inventory, and performance analysis for stores in the United States, Canada, Brazil, and Mexico. You will partner with Planning, Merchandising, Operations, Visual Merchandising, Regional Finance, and Central Planning.

The role emphasizes optimizing stock, contributing to Open-to-Buy, and developing seasonal inventory strategies in a fast-paced luxury retail environment.

Qualifications

• Three to four years of experience in allocation and planning, including Open-to-Buy management and line-level forecasting.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong knowledge of retail mathematics and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to build and apply complex formulas.
• Allocation system and SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and report business performance at channel, division, store, style, and size levels.
• Use Board A&R system to manage replenishment for Made for Outlet products.
• Optimize store-level allocations based on customer profiles and inventory strategies.
• Identify sales opportunities and risks and recommend actions within financial goals.
• Partner with Planning Manager to support monthly Outlet Open-to-Buy process and forecasts.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Burberry seeks a Planner to support profitable growth across the Americas Outlet by managing allocation, forecasting, inventory, and performance analysis for stores in the United States, Canada, Brazil, and Mexico. You will partner with Planning, Merchandising, Operations, Visual Merchandising, Regional Finance, and Central Planning.

The role emphasizes optimizing stock, contributing to Open-to-Buy, and developing seasonal inventory strategies in a fast-paced luxury retail environment.