BOTTEGA VENETA Inventory Planning Manager

Job description

Summary
Bottega Veneta – Inspiring individuality with innovative craftsmanship since 1966. Creativity lies at the heart of all that we do. Born in Vicenza the house is rooted in Italian culture yet maintains a truly global outlook. An inclusive brand with exclusive products Bottega Veneta is as much of a feeling as it is an aesthetic.

Job Description

We are currently looking for a Inventory Planning Manager, reporting to the General Merchandising Manager to join our dynamic team in Korea.

How you will contribute:

1) Outlet Merchandising

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Manage seasonal merchandise with periodical markdown step according to sell thru to achieve sales target

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Arrange assortment and allocation plan for the new season

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Mapping MFO merchandise and give feedback to HQ outlet team

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Stock procurement with HQ outlet team

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Outlet Store visit

2) Allocation

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Rebalance stock

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Weekly distribution by seasonal merchandise by product category

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Manage sell thru by store

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Further markdown stock allocation

3) Inventory Management

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Duty free Buy back

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ICT at Outlet merchandise WW level

4) Merchandising Planning

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Detail plan: Sales plan by store/category/weekly/monthly in BOARD system

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Merchandising plan : Sales per typology, create OTB plan

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DOS Markdown sales and inventory plan

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OTB review with GMM/MD/HQ

5) Reporting



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Sales recap by category by typology with growth vs LY and sell thru

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Markdown sales report



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Sales by category by store

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Outlet sell thru and monthly comments to HQ



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Weekly sales comment

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Delivery status update for seasonal group

6) Monthly call with HQ team

7) Store visit with Corporate team

8) Markdown / Outlet price management

Who you are:

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Strong analytical skills and good at standardizing work process skills to match the financial numbers with other departments (especially Finance & Retail)

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Strong leadership and communicator with a proven track record in leading, coaching, developing and succession planning of buying team

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Commercial awareness and strong business acumen

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Proficient especially in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

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Ability to think logically with orderly manner

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Ability on using different interface (POS and ERP) systems

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Attentive to details & result-oriented with flexible & positive thinking

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A team player with pleasant personality and the ability to work independently

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Dedication and good determination to meet deadlines

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Minimum 3 years’ experience in fashion merchandising/planning role with international fashion/luxury brand companies

Why work with us?

This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering adventure and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a global Luxury Group that offers endless 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 Type
Regular

Start Date
2022-08-30

Schedule
Full time

Organization
BOTTEGA VENETA KOREA LTD