Gucci Inventory Planner

Job description

Summary
About us

Through our new contemporary vision at Gucci we are inventing a wholly modern approach to fashion and redefining luxury for the 21st century. As part of the global luxury group Kering, we are committed to ‘empowering imagination’ in a sustainable manner and encouraging our employees to flourish. Join our passionate journey and fulfil your potential and creativity.

We are currently seeking a Inventory Planner who will report to the Inventory Planning Manager as part of our Inventory Planning team in Taiwan.

Your opportunity

The Inventory Planner is responsible for allocating and replenishing merchandise from the Central Distribution Center to stores based on the coverage targets set for each location and SKU (target stock levels), with the pursuit of getting the right products to the right place at just the right time.

How you will contribute

•\tExecute allocation and replenishment strategies from DC to stores daily;
•\tEnsure the correct balance of inventory in the stores according to seasonal assortment matrix;
•\tEvaluate the stock allocation and distribution on the basis of sales, distribution plan and rationing criteria in order to maximize service level within the region and to support sales objectives;
•\tMonitor sales and control the stock levels within the region;
•\tWork with WW product flow team to understand lead time, logic of picking and packing, timing to deliver products to stores and delivery schedules for each store;
•\tWork with buying and retail teams to understand priorities and market specific requests;
•\tManage the “give and take” process according to analysis of stock balance, transport cost and sales trend;
•\tAddress and fulfill store-to-store transfer requests daily;
•\tThe role reports directly to the Inventory Planning Manager;

Who you are

•\tBachelor degree in business administration, statistics, mathematics, engineering or related fields;
•\t2 - 3 year's experience;
•\tExperience in retail environment with hands-on knowledge of retail processes and procedures;
•\tStrong analytical abilities;
•\tExcellent written and verbal communication skills;
•\tDetail oriented;
•\tExtreme accuracy & precision;
•\tAbility to work cross-functionally in a team environment;
•\tCollaborative skills in resolving long and short positions in inventory;
•\tExperience in using of Windows, Excel, Outlook and BI tools in order to monitor performances and KPIs;
•\tExperience with size analysis;
•\tAvailability to travel;
•\tLuxury fashion house experience preferred but not required.

Why work with us?

This is an ideal opportunity to join the Gucci adventure and become part of a thriving merchandising team that offers possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.

Job Description

Job Type
Regular

Start Date
2020-01-01

Schedule
Full time

Organization
KERING ASIAN HOLDING B.V. GUCCI TAIWAN BRANCH (The Netherlands)