Kenzo Business Planner

Paris • France

Friday, September 19, 2025

Kenzo, a distinguished name in the luxury fashion industry, is part of the esteemed LVMH conglomerate, renowned for its innovation and excellence in design. As an employer, Kenzo offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and professional growth within the fashion sector.

1. Define the key target balances of the collection, including launch dates, group sizes, SKU numbers, pricing, and margins.
2. Challenge the collection structure during development in alignment with strategic objectives.
3. Lead the pre-purchase process.
4. Collaborate on the Open-to-Buy (OTB) hypothesis with the Retail Merchandising team.
5. Oversee showroom order closure in conjunction with Collection Merchandising and Development & Production.
6. Set annual and seasonal financial objectives and participate in Budget and Strategic Plan analyses.
7. Coordinate collection calendars, anticipating and organizing key meetings across departments.
8. Manage the monthly Industrial and Commercial Plan coordination.
9. Analyze weekly and seasonal sell-out performances to continuously improve reporting.
10. Monitor sell-in performances during showrooms and conduct post-market analysis, coordinating retail and wholesale.
11. Ensure product data integrity and relevance for various analyses.
12. Collaborate closely with IT to ensure timely and accurate delivery of automated reports and analysis requirements.

1. 5 to 7 years of experience in Business Planning, finance, or management control with a strong interest in fashion and product sensitivity.
2. Proficiency in Excel; knowledge of Tableau is an advantage.
3. Strong synthesis and analytical skills.
4. Organizational skills, precision, and attention to detail.
5. Problem-solving, decision-making, and process improvement abilities.
6. Agility and capability to manage multiple priorities.
7. Excellent communication skills with the ability to establish positive working relationships with various stakeholders.
8. Fluency in English is mandatory.

1. Advanced Excel proficiency
2. Analytical and synthesis skills
3. Organizational and precision skills
4. Problem-solving and decision-making
5. Process improvement
6. Agility in managing priorities
7. Effective communication
8. Fluency in English

Minimum of 5 years in Business Planning, finance, or management control within the fashion industry.

Kenzo offers a hybrid working model, promoting work-life balance and flexibility. The position is open to individuals with disabilities (RQTH).

Kenzo fosters an inclusive and dynamic workplace culture that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. As part of LVMH, the company emphasizes professional development and offers opportunities for career advancement within the luxury fashion industry.