TAG Heuer Merchandising Planning & Operations Manager
Join TAG Heuer in Shanghai as a Merchandising Planning & Operations Manager. Drive the commercial success of luxury collections in the Asia Pacific region.
Overview
TAG Heuer, a prestigious brand within the Watches & Jewellery division, is renowned for its innovative and performance-driven luxury products. As part of the larger LVMH conglomerate, TAG Heuer benefits from a rich heritage of craftsmanship and cutting-edge design, offering employees a dynamic and inspiring environment to excel in the luxury fashion industry.
Role & Responsibilities
- Drive the commercial success of collections across the region, blending analytical discipline with a passion for luxury products.
- Lead assortment planning, sales forecasting, inventory optimization, and product performance analysis.
- Collaborate with HQ, retail, wholesale, and e-commerce to develop a cohesive and profitable product strategy.
- Build assortments aligned with brand positioning and local business and marketing plans.
- Recommend and forecast SKU order quantities and product mix by market and channel.
- Influence product development feedback to HQ based on regional insights.
- Lead the annual forecasting process, incorporating market trends and historical performance.
- Develop structured buy plans for new collections and special editions.
- Deliver weekly and monthly reporting on sell-through, stock turn, margin, and product productivity.
- Manage stock rebalancing, transfer, and replenishment for all channels.
- Conduct market data analysis and assess commercial trends.
- Partner with various departments to ensure a unified commercial strategy.
- Ensure smooth daily operations and review key reports and data.
Qualifications
- University graduate or above
- Good command of spoken and written English; French is a plus
Skills
Experience
Minimum 8 years of experience in merchandising or planning, ideally within luxury watches, jewelry, or accessories. Knowledge of Swiss watchmaking, chronographs, and digital watch trends is a strong advantage.
Education
University graduate or above
Workplace
The role is situated in Shanghai, Shanghai, China. There are currently 414 open positions in Shanghai on Cerulean, with 17 added recently. Within Shanghai, Cerulean currently features 440 open roles, including 18 recent additions. Across China, Cerulean lists 1.773 open roles — 30 of them newly added.
Benefits
TAG Heuer offers a comprehensive benefits package, including opportunities for professional growth within the LVMH group.
Culture
TAG Heuer fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, encouraging employees to push boundaries and achieve their highest potential. The brand values strategic thinking, collaboration, and a commitment to quality, providing a supportive environment for career advancement.
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.