Loro Piana Retail Merchandising Analysis & Planning Manager

Loro Piana, a distinguished name in the luxury fashion industry, is renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and unparalleled quality. As part of the esteemed LVMH Group, Loro Piana offers a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and excellence, providing employees with the opportunity to contribute to a legacy of luxury and sophistication.

1. Conduct comprehensive analyses across all product categories, including Ready-to-Wear for Men, Women, and Kids, Accessories, and Shoes, at the EMEA level, focusing on sell-in, sell-out, sell-through, product performance, and growth trends.
2. Provide strategic insights and recommendations to retail merchandisers based on sales trends and performance data.
3. Create detailed presentations and reports to summarize category trends and performance, aiding in strategic decision-making.
4. Support the retail merchandising team during buying campaigns with strategic presentations both pre-buy and post-buy.
5. Develop targeted analyses of store sales performance, sell-out, and sell-through metrics.
6. Lead the forecasting of permanent and carry-over items based on sales trends, investment, and product strategy.
7. Collaborate with merchandisers to forecast at the style level and facilitate forecasting meetings with the Central team, ensuring accurate data entry into forecasting tools.
8. Manage a team of three Inventory Stock Allocators to optimize in-season merchandise movement.

1. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a role such as Business Analyst, Merchandiser/Buyer, or Sales Analyst with a strong analytical focus.
2. Experience in the luxury industry is advantageous.
3. Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
4. Residence in or willingness to relocate to Milan.

1. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel; experience with BO, BI, and Anaplan is preferred.
2. Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills related to sales performance and product feedback.
3. Excellent presentation and communication skills.

Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar analytical role within the fashion or luxury industry.

Employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and exclusive discounts on luxury products.

Loro Piana fosters a culture of excellence and creativity, encouraging employees to innovate while maintaining the brand's heritage of luxury and quality. The workplace environment is collaborative, with a focus on professional growth and development.