Sales Demand Planner

Swatch Group; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Demand Planner to drive business analytics and market forecasting for their luxury watch brand. This role involves cross-functional collaboration with marketing and finance teams to analyze trends, manage inventory, and support retail operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong Excel skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a knack for problem-solving in a fast-paced environment. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and teamwork, and contribute to the success of a renowned brand in the luxury goods sector. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in a thriving industry.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role or environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and report on weekly business trends and forecasts.
• Manage stock and replenishment orders for retail locations.
• Coordinate product logistics for events and sales meetings.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Effective communication skills

Customer service skills

Time management

Problem solving skills

Multitasking

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Tools

SAP

PowerPoint

Job description

The Company

Swatch Group is an international group active in the design, manufacture and sale of finished watches, jewelry, watch movements and components.

Swatch Group supplies nearly all components required by its 16 watch brands, and Swatch Group companies supply movements and components to third-party watchmakers in Switzerland and around the world. Please be sure to visit our brands' websites to learn more about their fantastic products.

Swatch Group is also a key player in the manufacture and sale of electronic systems used in watchmaking and other industries.

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated, self-starter to work cross-functionally with marketing, the distribution center, finance and HQ teams to build, challenge and present comprehensive market and channel forecasts for current and future products for the watch brand through reporting and strong business analytics. This is an on-site position, Monday through Friday in Miami, Florida.

Profile

Responsibilities:

1. Analyze and report on weekly business trends vs LY and forecast with analysis on risk and opportunities based on current performance
2. Generate daily/weekly replenishment orders as needed
3. Review forecast for seasonal and permanent products at SKU level based on performance and update monthly based on trend, product and inventory strategies
4. Manage reserve inventory process for new products
5. Ensure monthly accuracy of the data associated with major events, new launches, and discontinued items within the forecasting tool
6. Manage POs and ship notes for all incoming shipments and maintain shipment logs
7. Coordinate and maintain records of all consignments
8. Coordinate all aspects of Bill of Materials that accompany product (boxes, instruction manuals, etc.), address replacement requests, and oversee warehouse inventory levels
9. Maintain miscellaneous files, track special requests, follow up on client needs and issues as directed
10. Analyze retail sales trends and suggest actions to support on a monthly basis
11. Analyze and determine inventory needs by network
12. Manage all stock and replenishment orders for retail locations (outlets and boutiques)
13. Manage back-office boutique needs (i.e. paying invoices, vendor setup, etc.)
14. Support events and sales meetings by coordinating product logistics for carnets/samples, preparing product information, and assisting with preparations as needed
15. Provide administrative support as requested
16. Support customer service requests

Reporting:

1. Monthly reporting: inventory dashboard, sell-in/sell-out by product, etc
2. Weekly Forecasts: prepare and send weekly stock reports to field team
3. Backorder Report: analyze needed stock for accounts, boutiques and ECOM
4. Data compilation & ad hoc reporting as requested
5. Provide field teams with monthly selling re-caps and sharing top line highlights and initiatives by product and account
6. All other duties as assigned by Management

Professional Requirements

Qualifications:

1. Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and/or relevant field
2. Must have 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role or environment
3. Advanced Excel skills required (pivot tables, lookup and other functions), proficiency with Power Point and other office based PC applications
4. SAP experience a plus
5. Detail oriented with ability to multitask and manage shifting priorities
6. Clear, effective and cordial written and verbal communication skills
7. Exceptional skills in customer service, time management, self-confidence, flexibility, analysis, accountability, practicality presentation, and communication in assigned region
8. Ability to work with and properly communicate with international teams and cultures
9. Proven track record of making and maintaining great relationships with accounts
10. Must have strong presentation skills with small to large groups
11. Must be able to demonstrate a positive, can-do attitude
12. Ability to work independently as well as with a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
13. Adept at manipulating figures on excel spreadsheets with a sharp eye to identify mathematical errors or illogical calculations
14. Strong learning ability and problem solving skills
15. Strong time management skills and ability to be both effective and efficient in work
16. Arrive early and work late if necessary (sometimes weekends if in-store event planned)

Physical Requirements:
This position requires the Demand Planner to have the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs.

This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the role. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Demand Planner. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time.

Job Location: 800 Northwest 62nd Avenue, 33126 Miami FL, United States (Florida)

Company Address: The Swatch Group (U.S.) Inc. 800 Waterford Way Suite 1000 Miami, FL 33126 USA

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Sales and Business Development

Industries: Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry and Retail