Merchandise Financial Planning Specialist Milano

Merchandise Financial Planning Specialist
Milano
Lombardia, Milano

If you have ever dreamed of being part of the world's biggest jewelry company, this is your chance!

Pandora is a multinational company present in more than 80 countries and continues to strengthen its leadership position thanks to an expansion plan that provides for new openings every year, involving more than 1, 600 Pandorians in Italy and over 32, 000 worldwide.

**Mission of the role**:

As a **Merchandise financial planning specialist **for the SEMEA cluster, you will be responsible for optimizing sales and inventory forecasts across multiple markets. By leveraging your expertise, you will ensure that demand plans align with financial targets, while maximizing margin opportunities through data-driven decisions on pricing and promotions. You'll work collaboratively with internal teams to maintain inventory balance, adapt to market trends, and proactively manage risks across channels.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Inventory Planning & Forecasting**: Lead weekly OTB forecasts to project sales and inventory for all collections. Plan and manage stock levels across channels to meet demand, coordinating closely with Finance and Retail teams.

- **Sales Target Management**: Define and monitor sales targets by channel (sellout and sell-in), adjusting forecasts based on performance insights. Proactively communicate risks or opportunities related to collections.

- **Pricing & Margin Analysis**: Plan average selling prices per collection/channel, assess impacts of promotions and discounts, and monitor gross margins to support revenue goals.

- **Trade Review Participation**: Act as a key contributor to weekly trade reviews, presenting variances in sales and inventory targets and initiating actions to resolve challenges.

- **Inventory Optimization**: Own the process of inventory balancing, escalating shortages or overages to maximize sales and mitigate risk.

- **Global Collaboration**: Engage in quarterly OTB meetings with Global Merchandising, sharing best practices, and supporting knowledge exchange between global and local teams.

**Professional Experience**:

About 5 years in merchandising, preferably with experience in retail, fashion, lifestyle, or FMCG industries.

Previous exposure to global vertical retail and omnichannel operations is an asset.

**Skills**:

- Advanced Excel proficiency; adept in planning software and eager to learn new technical tools

- Fluency in English

**Education**:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Marketing, Business Administration, or Fashion Merchandising.

**Personal Characteristics**:

- Strong commercial awareness with a data-driven and analytical mindset.

- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines.

- Adaptable and resilient in fast-paced, evolving environments.

- Exceptional communication and presentation skills.

- Collaborative team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

**Benefits**:

- **Flexible Working**: Enjoy smart working options with 2 days of remote work per week.

- **Early Fridays**: Start the weekend early with our Smart Friday schedule!

- **Meal Vouchers**: Daily meal vouchers valued at €11. 50.

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