Kate Spade Demand Planner

London • UK

Friday, February 28, 2025

Kate Spade New York, a vibrant and optimistic global lifestyle brand, has been crafting extraordinary products since 1993. Known for its distinctive brand DNA and rich heritage, Kate Spade offers a unique perspective and celebrates communities of women worldwide. As part of the Tapestry portfolio, a global house of brands, Kate Spade is committed to innovation, inclusivity, and stretching the boundaries of possibility.

1. Develop and maintain a strategic product SKU level demand plan aligned with global strategy for the Kate Spade Wholesale channel in Europe & Middle East.
2. Oversee inbound and outbound shipments to ensure smooth delivery to end customers.
3. Own and maintain inventory reporting, including monthly statistics on sales, inbound production deliveries, stock holding, out-of-stock prevention, and reorder analysis.
4. Perform root cause analysis of supply/demand issues and provide solutions for the commercial business.
5. Analyze monthly and seasonal sales, reacting to trends and informing future buy strategy.
6. Plan SKU level demand under a made-to-forecast inventory model in line with sales and inventory targets.
7. Lead cross-functional alignment meetings to provide teams with an overview of seasonal buy versus sales plan strategy.
8. Review current and future inventory holding to minimize excess and maximize sales.
9. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure inventory investments align with global strategy and identify risks.
10. Facilitate Stock Transfer Orders (STO) with Wholesale Customer Service to ensure smooth outbound delivery.

1. 2-3 years of experience in Demand Planning, Buying, or Supply Chain roles within Retail, B2B, Franchise, or Wholesale business models.

1. Highly analytical with an eye for detail and ability to translate data into actionable insights.
2. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and perform well under pressure.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
4. Strong proficiency in Excel, including Pivots, VLOOKUPs, and ifs/sumifs.

2-3 years in a Demand Planning, Buying, or Supply Chain role, specifically within Retail, B2B, Franchise, or Wholesale business models.

Kate Spade offers hybrid working arrangements, early finish on Fridays, paid volunteering days, learning and development opportunities, internal mobility, and regular social events. Additional benefits include 25 days of holiday, an annual incentive plan, multi-brand discounts, private healthcare, dental cover, eyecare vouchers, employee assistance program, employer pension contribution, gym discounts, and more.

Kate Spade fosters a culture of courage, creativity, customer focus, and a drive for results. The company values inclusivity and diversity, encouraging employees to bring their unique perspectives and ideas. It supports learning and growth, ensuring a dynamic and engaging workplace environment.