Retail Planner

Strong collaboration with Buyers in order to build the right assortment and bring it at the right moment at the right margin and with the right quantities. Strong collaboration with Allocation team in order to ensure that inventory and products are effectively distributed across locations to meet demand.

To plan pre-season and re-forecast and adjust in-season sales and stock from top line budget down to sub-category and style and by store for the assigned product retail department. Ultimately to meet or exceed sales opportunities (targets) and manage stock risk (markdown and terminal stock) that will deliver the net margin budget (Key Business partner of the allocator).

Participate in the development of new tools and projects to improve the planning processes.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Accountable to the Planning Manager to construct plans within the framework set for timely review and sign off.
• Provide analysis of business risks and opportunities to Planning and Buying team.
• Work closely with the Buying team to deliver the customer proposition (quantitative) that will meet or exceed the overall sales targets set by the business.
• Connect to Country Planning team to best address country needs in terms of product and stock.
• Work closely with the Allocation team to inform them of the pre-season plans and in-season re-forecasts and adjustments and get their feedback to aid in the planning and re-forecasting process.
• Responsible for periodical Open to Buy review and total stock holding (Stores + DC).
• Collaborate cross-functionally, working closely with different business actors (merchandising, supply chain, etc.) to meet and exceed business goals.

KEY TASKS

• Historical collation and analysis of data for accurate forward planning by line, category and store cluster.
• Construction of Seasonal sales, stock and buy budget plans built up from store level and by line.
• Quantification of the range plans drawn up by the Buyers to ensure that they fit within the budget and allowing for agreed OTB levels.
• Regular review and adjustment of the plans pre-season as factors change (e.g. new stores opening/closure plan).
• In-season tracking and re-forecasting to plan (Weekly Sales Stock and Intake).
• Regular OTB review and proposal of commitment/buy budget changes.
• Propose markdowns and costing for sale periods, monitoring profit to be aligned with company targets.
• Analyze sales and inventory data to assess the effectiveness of allocation strategies, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor stock levels at each store, ensuring that inventory is replenished as needed and adjusted based on real-time sales data and trends.
• Create regular reports on inventory levels, sales performance, and allocation accuracy, sharing insights with relevant teams and senior management.

Requirements

• Experience: minimum 2 years in multi-site retail business, possibly in the fashion retail sector.
• Education: University Degree.
• Languages: fluent English is required (both written and spoken).
• Strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including advanced Excel skills to facilitate data analysis and critical problem solving.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive working relationships.
• Team player, ability to work independently and customer-oriented.
• Fast learner, adapt to changes and work under pressure.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including delivering clear and concise presentations.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously, utilize resources effectively and drive for results in a fast-paced growth environment.
• Approach challenges with an open mind, being willing to explore alternative solutions and adapt strategies as needed.
• Stay open to feedback and proactively seek opportunities to learn and grow in an ever-changing work environment.
• Flexible mindset: ability to adapt to changing circumstances, be open to new ideas and challenges, and adjust approach when necessary.

Benefits

• An international, fresh and dynamic working environment.
• Balance between work and personal life: Smart Working (Hybrid work model) and Time flexibility.
• Physical & Mental Health programs, sustainable projects and workshops promoted by Guess Community.
• Arts, sports and social events outside the office, thanks to our Guess Fun activities!
• Training & Development platform and paths.
• Discount on our products both online and in stores.

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