In 1981, GUESS sold its very first pair of jeans to Bloomingdale's department store. Since then, GUESS has grown, becoming one of today's most recognized and influential apparel brands in the world.

The continued dedication and commitment of our employees is the driving force of GUESS. Our talented professionals focus on leading the company with their vision of success. Join the team at GUESS Europe and bring your vision to life.

GUESS Europe is seeking eager, passionate individuals to uphold our commitment to the spirit of the GUESS family of brands including GUESS, Marciano, GUESS Factory.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB
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.
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 to the development of new tools and project in order to improve the planning processes.

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and develop assistant planner or allocator (if assigned).
• Accountable to the Planning Manager, 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)
• 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 of for sale periods, monitoring profit to be aligned with company target

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience: min 3 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
• Ability to coach young talents
• 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