Tiffany & Co. Senior Channel Planning Manager — Watches

Tiffany & Co. is an iconic luxury jeweller and watchmaker known for craftsmanship, distinctive design and global retail presence. As part of the LVMH group, the brand combines heritage jewellery savoir‑faire with an expanding watch division based in Geneva and operates cross‑border commercial, product and supply chain teams supporting boutiques and wholesale partners worldwide.

1. Define and execute global channel inventory strategies for all Tiffany watch categories to ensure optimal availability while minimising excess and obsolescence.
2. Lead forecasting and receipt planning for watch inventory, incorporating lead times, production capacity and market trends to align supply with demand.
3. Manage allocation and replenishment to boutiques and distribution centres, reducing out‑of‑stock occurrences and maximising sell‑through.
4. Own assortment planning for watch collections across the product lifecycle, delivering collection‑ and store‑level recommendations that reflect brand standards and local market needs.
5. Analyse inventory performance (sell‑through, turns, weeks of supply) and implement corrective actions to improve productivity and SKU performance.
6. Collaborate closely with Geneva Product, Supply Chain, Finance and regional merchandising teams to align inventory, launches and financial targets.
7. Lead cross‑functional governance for new watch launches, boutique openings and promotional activity to ensure inventory readiness and commercial impact.
8. Coach and develop a team of analysts: prioritise projects, ensure analytical accuracy, deliver performance reviews and drive capability building.

1. Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in inventory planning, merchandise planning, demand/channel planning or related roles; watch or luxury timepiece experience strongly preferred.
2. Undergraduate degree from a recognised college or university.
3. Demonstrable expertise in forecasting, assortment optimisation and inventory management principles.
4. Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency and strong competency in PowerPoint for executive reporting.
5. Experience with inventory management systems and business intelligence tools (Power BI preferred).
6. Proven people leadership experience including coaching, performance management and cross‑functional stakeholder influence.
7. Excellent communication, project management and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise in a fast‑paced environment.

1. Microsoft Excel
2. PowerPoint
3. Power BI
4. inventory management software
5. forecasting and demand planning
6. assortment optimization
7. analysis of sell‑through, turns and weeks of supply
8. cross‑functional stakeholder management
9. team leadership and coaching

At least 8 years of progressively responsible experience in inventory/merchandise/channel planning, demand forecasting or related roles within retail or luxury goods; direct experience with watches or timepieces is a strong advantage.

Undergraduate college degree

Tiffany & Co. fosters a heritage‑driven culture that values craftsmanship, aesthetic excellence and meticulous product stewardship. The workplace is collaborative and international, with cross‑disciplinary teams in Geneva and regional hubs working closely to launch and commercialise luxury watch collections.