Merchandise Planner (Temp), Sandro-Paris, SMCP Group

<div class="content-intro"><p>SMCP - Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot</p></div><p><strong>Position:&nbsp; Merchandise Planner (Temp Covering Maternity Leave), Sandro-Paris</strong></p> <p><strong>Location:&nbsp; SMCP North America Headquarters, 44 Wall Street / 20th Floor, New York, NY&nbsp; 10005</strong></p> <p><strong>Who We Are</strong></p> <p>SMCP is a prominent global leader in the luxury fashion market, celebrated for its Parisian Chic ready-to-wear and accessories collections.&nbsp; Operating across diverse international hubs, from Shanghai to New York City, our commitment to sustainable growth defines our brand values.&nbsp; With a portfolio comprising four distinguished global brands – Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot, and Fursac – our influence spans 46 countries from free-standing lifestyle boutiques to leased concession shop-in-shops and off-price outlets.&nbsp; Complementing our physical presence, our eCommerce websites in the U.S. and Canada extend our reach as we continue to shape the future of Contemporary Luxury Fashion across the globe.&nbsp;</p> <p>Visit our Global Company website at <a href="https://www.smcp.com/en">https://www.smcp.com/en</a> to learn more.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What Sets Us Apart as an Employer in the Global Luxury Fashion Space</strong></p> <p>At SMCP, our distinctiveness as an employer in the global luxury fashion sector lies in our unwavering commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Anchored by three pillars – Product, People, and Planet – our CSR strategy is a testament to our dedication to sustainability and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB).&nbsp; Our clearly defined core values, instilled from the top down, form the bedrock of our organizational culture.&nbsp; Here at SMCP, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our 6500 world-wide passionate entrepreneur team members.&nbsp; Our strong financial results are bolstering or appeal as an employer, marking 2021 as our “comeback” year.&nbsp; Add to this mix our uniquely coveted Parisian chic merchandise collections, and you have an employer that not only sets trends in the fashion world but also cultivates a work environment that fosters innovation, diversity, and success.&nbsp; Here at SMCP, passion meets purpose, and together, we redefine the future of luxury fashion.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><em>Role Objective&nbsp;</em></strong></p> <p><em>Own financial planning, forecasting, and inventory strategy for Sandro North America across Full Price and End-of-Life channels, serving as the analytical backbone of the merchandising organization. </em></p> <p><strong><em>&nbsp;</em></strong><strong><em>Key Responsibilities </em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>OTB &amp; Financial Planning </em></strong></p> <ul> <li><em>Create and manage seasonal OTB plans aligned with financial targets. </em></li> <li><em>Lead weekly and monthly reforecasting using WOS and scenario analysis. </em></li> <li><em>Define SKU targets, tiering, leftover targets, and inventory exit strategies. </em></li> <li><em>Partner with Finance on liquidation targets and forecasting. </em></li> </ul> <p><em>&nbsp;</em><strong><em>Sales, Risk &amp; Market Analysis </em></strong></p> <ul> <li><em>Analyze sales performance considering commercial calendar, Full Price Share, and competitive dynamics. </em></li> <li><em>Manage in-season reorder opportunities to maximize productive selling and unit velocity. </em></li> <li><em>Identify risks and opportunities; propose mitigation and upside actions. </em></li> <li><em>Validate promotional strategies against inventory and financial goals. </em></li> </ul> <p><em>&nbsp;</em><strong><em>End-of-Life / Off-Price Ownership </em></strong></p> <ul> <li><em>Own Outlet OTB planning and liquidation forecasting. </em></li> <li><em>Manage Off-Price partner relationships, negotiations, and inventory offers. </em></li> <li><em>Oversee sample sales and digital flash sales strategy (execution supported by Allocator). </em></li> </ul> <p><em>&nbsp;</em><strong><em>Supply Chain &amp; Forecasting </em></strong></p> <ul> <li><em>Own warehouse inbound and outbound forecasting. </em></li> <li><em>Manage SKU-level inventory forecasts and global transfer approvals </em></li> </ul> <p><em>&nbsp;</em><strong><em>Systems &amp; Process Leadership </em></strong></p> <ul> <li><em>Own planning tools and reporting integrity. </em></li> <li><em>Drive transition from Excel-based reporting to Tableau / Anaplan. </em></li> <li><em>Continuously improve planning processes and efficiency.</em></li> </ul> <p><strong><em>Qualifications</em></strong></p> <ul> <li><em>4-6 years of experience in a related field</em></li> <li><em>Bachelor's degree</em></li> <li><em>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel. Advanced Excel skills are required</em></li> <li><em>Ability to understand current market trends and buying psychology</em></li> <li><em>Fluent in French is a plus</em></li> <li><em>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking</em></li> <li><em>Able to handle multiple tasks in an organized manner; prioritize and meet deadlines, concurrently</em></li> <li><em>Entrepreneurial mindset while working collaboratively</em></li> <li><em>Strong analytical, problem-solving, resourceful, and organizational skills</em></li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">NYC COMPENSATION RANGE</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$33</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$37 USD</span></div></div></div>