Hermès Retail Planning Manager
- Location
- SeoulSeoulSouth Korea
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 1, 2026
About Hermès
This prestigious fashion house, renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs, is a part of a leading global luxury conglomerate. The brand is committed to excellence and offers a dynamic environment where creativity and business acumen are equally valued.
Retail Planning Manager position in Seoul at a luxury retailer. Manage sales forecasting, inventory optimization, and supply chain operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and manage yearly sales budgets by store and product category in collaboration with the Retail Merchandising Director
- Conduct monthly sales performance reporting and reforecasting against financial targets
- Monitor weekly sales metrics and merchandise on-shelf (MOS) for all categories, identifying and flagging stock risk situations
- Define and optimize stock levels by store and category through regular sales analysis and inventory monitoring
- Manage daily stock allocation from the local distribution center to retail stores based on demand forecasts
- Establish and execute stock replenishment strategies aligned with group protocols while adapting to local market dynamics
- Coordinate with headquarters supply department to facilitate timely product deliveries and resolve logistics issues
- Define permanent stock items (PSI) and set minimum/maximum replenishment parameters for automatic stock transfers, reviewed twice annually
- Monitor stock aging and propose corrective actions to minimize obsolescence
- Collaborate with merchandisers to define open-to-buy (OTB) budgets and track spending throughout seasonal periods
- Lead monthly meetings with internal logistics teams to review inventory flow, address operational challenges, and identify efficiency improvements
- Manage discounted sales initiatives and oversee stock returns from retail locations to the distribution center
- Participate in annual inventory stocktaking and reconciliation processes
- Support special projects and ad-hoc initiatives as required by the subsidiary
- Serve as a key partner in the integration and implementation of SAP systems
- Supervise and mentor the Retail Planning team
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience in the retail industry
- Demonstrated expertise in retail planning, merchandising, or logistics operations
- Proven experience in team management and people leadership
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel at an expert level
- Strong analytical capabilities with ability to work with complex data and sales forecasts
- Fluent in English; ability to understand French is advantageous
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills
- Detail-oriented mindset balanced with synthetic, action-focused communication style
Skills
Experience
Minimum 10 years in the retail industry with substantial experience in planning, merchandising, or logistics operations. Background in retail sales is advantageous. People management experience is required.
Education
Not specified; relevant retail management or supply chain certification is preferred but not mandatory.
Workplace
The role is situated in Seoul, Seoul, South Korea.
Culture
The company fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
About Cerulean
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