Merchandise Planning Manager (OTB)

at  Pandora Jewelry

The MFP team owns the local MFP & OTB process for the business. The role leads the Global Buy Reviews and Open-To-Buys for the cluster. Responsible for managing the planning processes to improve the MFP & OTB methods to secure forecast accuracy.
The role translates global strategy into actionable local items related to inventory and targets for stock and sell-in strategy. Must partner with a cross-functional team to deliver financial results, maximise profits and analyse trends. Responsible for reviewing and updating the Open-to-Buy plans.
Key accountabilities:

PIVOTAL AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Educational Background: Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Fashion Merchandising
• Strong, seasoned, technical merchandise planner with international/global vertical retailing, omni experience
• 8+ years of solid experience working within Merchandising and/or Consumer Insights, Demand Planning
• 5+ years of leadership/people management role for a team
• Experience from retail, fashion, lifestyle or FMCG industry
• Computer skills: High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and strong aptitude to learn technical applications (like: MS Access, Hyperion and APTOS) quickly
• Knowledge of planning software

OUR PEOPLE

Our global workforce is made up of over 33,000 passionate people who, in 2023, helped Pandora record the highest earnings to date, led by a refreshed long-term growth strategy. The pace of our progress has created an energising, ambitious culture where we are empowered to be ourselves and equipped to deliver our very best.
As we continue to grow, we also continue to invest in our talent. We’re looking for people who share our values and can help us bring our ambitions to life.
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