Fashion Planner

Hunkemöller is searching for a passionate, highly analytical and structured Fashion Planner.

Reporting to the Merchandiser and working as part of a team, you’ll play a key role in planning and developing a category strategy that drives market-leading sales performance and ultimately delivers profitable growth for Hunkemöller.

By leveraging data-driven insights we build the ultimate product assortment that fully optimises sales and profit across all of our trading channels.

YOUR TASKS

Within this challenging role, your key responsibilities will be:

• Setting up budgets for each quarter with the Merchandiser
• Recommending width and depth of options planned for each quarter in line with demand
• Managing and analysing product size ratios
• Building and managing the WSSI with the Merchandiser

The role will include the following merchandising processes:

• Liaising with the Merchandiser to ensure appropriate levels of stock within season
• Managing slow sellers and recommending any stock transfers out
• Providing the buying team with a clear merchandise framework and plan so they can build and select the product assortment
• Understanding sales/profit plan and the implications of current trading
• Reviewing commitment and best/worst sellers then highlighting risks and opportunities to the Merchandisers
• Identifying and costing markdown recommendations to review with the Merchandisers
• Carrying out Monday performance reports to support the Merchandisers with current trade for Monday meetings
• Recommending clearance strategies to reduce the level of old stock

Our ideal candidate for this Fashion Planner role:

• Has at least 3-years’ proven merchandising experience within a fashion retailer
• Has a strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical and numerical skills
• Enjoys working collaboratively, as part of a team and building strong working relationships
• Has knowledge in SAP (BW), advanced Excel skills and very good English language skills, both written and verbal
• Is self-confident, fun and passionate about retail and merchandising
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic and fun environment

Benefits

• 25 Days of Annual Leave: As a full-time employee, you will receive 25 days of paid holiday each year, with the flexibility to buy or sell up to 4 additional days to meet personal needs.
• Hybrid Work Model: We offer a flexible hybrid work environment, enabling you to seamlessly balance office and remote work to enhance productivity and work-life balance.
• Work From Abroad: Take advantage of the opportunity to work remotely from abroad for up to 2 weeks annually.
• International Work Environment: Join a dynamic, global team that fosters collaboration and cultural diversity, providing you with a rich and inclusive professional experience.
• Partial Travel Allowance: Benefit from a partial travel allowance to support your commuting costs, ensuring your journey to and from work is more affordable.
• Hunkemöller Academy: Gain access to our Hunkemöller Academy, offering a wide range of professional development programs to support your career growth and skill enhancement.
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy a 25% discount on all company products, allowing you to access our offerings at a reduced price. On some Mondays, receive an additional 25-35% discount on our newest collections.