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Retail Merchandising Analysis & Planning Manager, Varese
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Posted:
22.08.2025
Expiry Date:
06.10.2025
Job Description:
The Retail Merchandising Analysis & Planning Manager supports the EMEA Head of Merchandising and the Merchandising team by performing cross-category analyses for defining retail merchandising activities. Responsibilities include weekly, monthly, and seasonal sales and stock analysis, primarily forecasting at the category level.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
Business Analysis
* Perform analyses for categories such as RTW Men, Women & Kids, Accessories, Shoes at the EMEA level, focusing on sell-in / sell-out, sell-through, top performers, slow movers, and growth.
* Provide insights and alerts to retail merchandisers regarding sales trends.
* Create presentations and reports summarizing category performance to support decision-making.
* Assist during buying campaigns with strategic pre-buy and post-buy presentations.
* Analyze store sales performance, sell-out, and sell-through rates.
Planning & Forecasting
* Lead forecasting for permanent and carry-over items based on sales trends, investment, and product strategy.
* Support merchandisers with style-level forecasting and coordinate forecasting meetings with the central team.
* Manage a team of 3 Inventory Stock Allocators to support in-season merchandise movement.
Profile
* Minimum 3 years of experience as a Business Analyst, Merchandiser/Buyer, Sales Analyst, or similar role with strong analytical skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint and Excel); experience with BO, BI, & Anaplan is preferred.
* Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills related to sales performance and product reporting.
* Experience in the luxury industry is a plus.
* Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
* Based in or willing to relocate to Milan.
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