Concession Planner
Job Description
Timberland EMEA is looking for an exceptional Concession Planner to join our DTC Planning team based in Stabio, Switzerland.
Founded in 1973, Timberland® is a global outdoor lifestyle brand. Best known for its original yellow boot designed for the harsh elements of New England, Timberland today offers a full range of footwear, apparel and accessories for people who value purposeful style and share the brand’s passion for enjoying - and protecting - nature.
At the heart of the Timberland brand is the core belief that a greener future is a better future. This comes to life through a decades-long commitment to make products responsibly, protect the outdoors, and strengthen communities around the world.
Let’s Talk about the Role
The concession planner role will hold primary accountabilities onto driving sales analysis, plan and allocate, and communicate with 3rd parties partners for the entire concession channel (SiS, Retail, Outlet)
You as Concession planner will be responsible for day-to-day monitoring of inventory levels in stores in conjunction with plan to ensure optimum Stock Turn, Revenue and Service Levels.
The Planner collaborates closely with Concession Sales team, Allocation and Planning team to ensure that inventory is managed to the planned constraints and business goals.
How You Will Make a Difference
You will achieve this by:
Maintaining optimal inventory in store releasing daily / weekly orders and maintaining stock targets
Responsible for sell thru reporting for Concession channel. Analysing store-level data to identify Brand/Division trends, DC-specific and store-specific inventory issues.
Analysing sales results by store and use information to: adjust levels or suggest transfers, monitoring out of stocks and fill size gaps.
Initial allocation in alignment with range and assortment by store. Establish proper levels of product by store and size and distribute accordingly.
Replenishment: ensure proper level of stock in store based on sellout, weeks of cover and DC availability.
Emphasizing on store-level inventory levels and basics management.
Establish and maintain proper level of communication on all relevant business information with Concession sales team and the partner organization.
First point of contact for delivery issues and communication with logistic team for resolution.
Contribute to harmonize processes and best practice with O&O channel to optimize and simplify tasks and operational activities.
Ensuring full execution of mid-season and EOS returns in a timely manner
Co-ordinating with Retail Operations, DC and Planning teams to ensure store level trends balance with Open-to-Buy and Open-to-Ship projections and forecasts
Attending and contributing to all function and department meetings
Communicating of Availability, Transfers & Price changes to stores (including pricing maintenance)
Responding to Store & Concession sales team queries
Skills for Success
You should be a curious and proactive team- player, with:
The ability to analyse business trends and read data to take decisions and translate direction in lower-level execution
The capability to work with proactivity, flexibility and in a team setting
An understanding of retail stores and stock management
A good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Basic Math. Ability to manage big sets of data.
Fluency in English is mandatory, any other language is a plus
A keen interest in getting to know the brand and the product and country trends
A formal education and subsequent University Bachelor or Master’s degree in economics are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.
About VF
VF is a global apparel company connecting people to the lifestyles they cherish through our family of iconic brands. At the heart of our journey lies our purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. Learn more at vfc.com
What’s in it For You
We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package.
A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization
On site gym offering health and well-being initiatives
A discount card with 50% on all VF brands
Break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks
Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity
As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
If you like what you have read and want to join our team then we would like to hear from you!