Cartier Finished Goods Planner
About Cartier
Cartier is a Parisian maison renowned for high jewelry, watches and accessories, operating within the Richemont group. The brand combines artisanal craftsmanship, design-led creativity and global retail presence, offering a structured, multicultural workplace oriented around product excellence and customer service.
Cartier in Paris seeks a Finished Goods Planner (CDD) to manage inventory, planning and logistics for finished products.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain finished goods supply plans to ensure product availability while optimising inventory levels across wholesale, retail and e‑commerce channels.
- Translate demand forecasts into operational plans: generate orders, manage allocations, and trigger replenishments in coordination with manufacturing and external suppliers.
- Monitor stock KPIs (OTD, days of inventory, sell‑through, ageing) and implement corrective actions to mitigate shortages, overstocks and obsolescence.
- Coordinate cross‑functionally with merchandising, production, quality, logistics and retail operations to secure on‑time delivery and adherence to product specifications.
- Maintain and update planning records in ERP; prepare weekly/monthly reporting and ad‑hoc analyses to support decision‑making.
- Participate in inventory reconciliations, root‑cause analyses for discrepancies and continuous improvement initiatives to streamline flow of finished goods.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in finished goods or inventory planning (typically 3+ years) within a fashion, luxury goods, jewellery or high‑value consumer goods environment.
- Strong analytical aptitude with a track record of managing KPIs and implementing inventory optimisation measures.
- Clear ability to work cross‑functionally and influence stakeholders across merchandising, production and logistics.
- Comfortable operating within structured processes and maintaining meticulous product and data accuracy.
- Flexibility to work on a fixed‑term contract (CDD) and to support periodic peaks and operational contingencies.
Skills
Experience
Mid‑level planning experience (approximately 3+ years) in supply chain, inventory or production planning roles, preferably within luxury, fashion, jewellery or premium retail environments.
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration or a related field.
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Cartier fosters a culture of artisanal excellence and meticulous attention to detail, where heritage and creativity meet rigorous operational standards. The workplace is international and collaborative, with an emphasis on product quality, service and discreet luxury.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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