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Retail Merchandising Analysis & Planning Manager, Pavia
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Location: Pavia, Italy
Job Category: Other
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Job Description:
The Retail Merchandising Analysis & Planning Manager supports the EMEA Head of Merchandising and the Merchandising team by performing cross-category analyses essential for defining retail merchandising activities. The role involves managing weekly, monthly, and seasonal sales and stock analyses, with a focus on forecasting at the category level.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
Business Analysis
* Perform analyses across all categories (RTW Men, Women & Kids, Accessories, Shoes) at the EMEA level related to sell-in / sell-out, sell-through, top performers, slow movers, and growth trends.
* Provide insights and alerts to retail merchandisers regarding sales trends.
* Create presentations and reports summarizing category performance and trends to support decision-making.
* Assist during buying campaigns with strategic pre-buy and post-buy presentations.
* Develop analyses on store sales performance, sell-out, and sell-through rates.
Planning & Forecasting
* Lead forecasting efforts for permanent and carry-over items based on sales trends, investments, and product strategies.
* Support merchandisers with style-level forecasting and facilitate 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 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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