This role is responsible for executing of the European DTC Trading and Cluster strategy for Bricks and Mortar Factory Outlets supporting qualitative, sustainable and profitable growth
Key metrics for measuring success outside of financial KPIs are product flow to stores, in store availability/stock quality, on time order creation and weeks cover
A key focus of this role is communication, flexibility and problem solving to ensure excellence in execution
Key Responsibilities:
Execute end-to-end product flow to stores in line with the Product and Trading Guidance and store requirements for specific product category - to ensure that product is in the right place at the right time in the right quantities
Execute Service Level Agreement for order entry by DC
Adhere to intake plans generated by WSSI Planning to ensure optimal weeks cover management and store stock vs capacity levels (NS, ASP, NQ)
Update and review reports on Merchandising product related KPI’s e.g., Tops to bottoms, sock to shoes, division shares. Ensure clear action plans on data reviewed
Provide in-depth range and inventory analysis for stores to drive improvements
Responsible for final selection, allocation and replenishment of articles for stores based on the Trading Guidance provided by Buying, for assigned product categories
Execute inventory allocation and replenishment strategies in partnership with Assortment Planning and Buying teams adhering to Store Segmentation guidance
Track full order book and provide visibility to Cluster Merchandising Managers with relevant analysis on risks and opportunities
Execute plans from Factory Outlet Excellence team to ensure correct planning of product flow for Marketing campaigns and promotions incl EOSS
Manage inventory flow into stores, considering aging, bestsellers and black holes and stock to sales ratios
Execute seasonal transitions, based on Transition guidance, and market relevant geographical and climatic conditions
Execute DC inventory efficiency strategies to reduce article count and clear pick-faces
Provide ad hoc sales analysis to maximize opportunities
Input to Senior Trading Manager for sharing with Factory Outlet Excellence on range needs for new stores / remodels.
Monitor the Dynamic Buffer Management (DBM) system output against targets and change where required
Collaborate closely with Cluster Managers to maximize range localization as relevant
Key Relationships:
DTC Outlet Assortment Planning and Buying
DTC Outlet Planning
ecom Outlet
DTC Factory Outlet Excellence
Outlet DTC Retail Directors
Outlet DTC Retail District Managers
Outlet DTC Store Managers
Europe SCM
DTC Operations
DTC Omni
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Intermediate skills in MS Office
Good Microstrategy skills
Fluent in English (Additional language is an advantage)
Knowledge of retail management systems of advantage
Good analytical skills & commercial skills
Good communication and presentation skills
Structured, organized and process-orientated
Very good knowledge of detail but ability to derive end-to-end picture
Ability to work effectively within a team environment and under pressure
Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:
University degree in Business or Finance, ideally with Marketing and Sales focus or equivalent professional experience. Retail experience beneficial
Theoretical understanding of functional area
Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in job or job function