Bottega Veneta

Assistant Merchandising Planning Manager

Bottega Veneta is a renowned luxury fashion brand known for its exceptional craftsmanship and innovative designs. The company is part of a leading global luxury group and offers a dynamic and creative work environment.

1. Collaborate with the General Merchandising Manager and merchandisers to prepare Seasonal Open-To-Buy Plans and sales forecasts.
2. Produce standard weekly/monthly merchandise management reports and ad hoc reports to review business performance.
3. Monitor sales performance against targets and provide analysis to implement corporate product strategies.
4. Serve as an inventory control expert, monitoring stock levels, delivery, and demand & supply management.
5. Partner with merchandisers to align monthly forecasts and coordinate with HQ for supply and demand planning.
6. Track markdown sales during markdown seasons and coordinate returns/allocation to Cargo/Outlet.
7. Manage outlet operations by analyzing promotional strategies to enhance profitability.
8. Coordinate transfers and allocation for both Full Price DOS and Outlet.
9. Monitor currency exchange movements and coordinate price adjustments with retail and finance teams.
10. Perform other ad-hoc duties as required.

1. Degree in Economics, Finance/Accounting, Business, Mathematics, or Statistics preferred.
2. Minimum of 7 years' merchandising planning experience in the retail industry, with 4 years of OTB planning experience preferred.

1. Strong analytical skills and numerical sense.
2. Excellent Excel application skills.
3. Proficiency in PowerBI / Power Pivot is an asset.
4. Proficient in budgeting, sales planning, inventory control, supply and demand, sales reporting, and logistics arrangement.
5. Fast learner, self-motivated, well-organized, and passionate about fashion.
6. Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
7. Good command of written and spoken English.

Minimum of 7 years' merchandising planning experience in the retail industry, with 4 years of OTB planning experience preferred.

Degree in Economics, Finance/Accounting, Business, Mathematics, or Statistics preferred.

The company fosters a dynamic and creative work environment, encouraging innovation and teamwork. The role is based in Shanghai, a vibrant city known for its fashion-forward culture.