Merchandise Planning Manager

Position:  Merchandise Plannin Manager  (Temp Covering Maternity Leave), Sandro-Paris

Location:  SMCP North America Headquarters, 44 Wall Street / 20th Floor, New York, NY  10005

Who We Are

SMCP is a prominent global leader in the luxury fashion market, celebrated for its Parisian Chic ready-to-wear and accessories collections.  Operating across diverse international hubs, from Shanghai to New York City, our commitment to sustainable growth defines our brand values.  With a portfolio comprising four distinguished global brands – Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot, and Fursac – our influence spans 46 countries from free-standing lifestyle boutiques to leased concession shop-in-shops and off-price outlets.  Complementing our physical presence, our eCommerce websites in the U.S. and Canada extend our reach as we continue to shape the future of Contemporary Luxury Fashion across the globe. 

Visit our Global Company website at https://www.smcp.com/en to learn more. 

What Sets Us Apart as an Employer in the Global Luxury Fashion Space

At SMCP, our distinctiveness as an employer in the global luxury fashion sector lies in our unwavering commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Anchored by three pillars – Product, People, and Planet – our CSR strategy is a testament to our dedication to sustainability and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB).  Our clearly defined core values, instilled from the top down, form the bedrock of our organizational culture.  Here at SMCP, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our 6500 world-wide passionate entrepreneur team members.  Our strong financial results are bolstering or appeal as an employer, marking 2021 as our “comeback” year.  Add to this mix our uniquely coveted Parisian chic merchandise collections, and you have an employer that not only sets trends in the fashion world but also cultivates a work environment that fosters innovation, diversity, and success.  Here at SMCP, passion meets purpose, and together, we redefine the future of luxury fashion. 

Role Objective 

Own financial planning, forecasting, and inventory strategy for Sandro North America across Full Price and End-of-Life channels, serving as the analytical backbone of the merchandising organization.

Key Responsibilities

OTB & Financial Planning

• Create and manage seasonal OTB plans aligned with financial targets.
• Lead weekly and monthly reforecasting using WOS and scenario analysis.
• Define SKU targets, tiering, leftover targets, and inventory exit strategies.
• Partner with Finance on liquidation targets and forecasting.

 Sales, Risk & Market Analysis

• Analyze sales performance considering commercial calendar, Full Price Share, and competitive dynamics.
• Manage in-season reorder opportunities to maximize productive selling and unit velocity.
• Identify risks and opportunities; propose mitigation and upside actions.
• Validate promotional strategies against inventory and financial goals.

 End-of-Life / Off-Price Ownership

• Own Outlet OTB planning and liquidation forecasting.
• Manage Off-Price partner relationships, negotiations, and inventory offers.
• Oversee sample sales and digital flash sales strategy (execution supported by Allocator).

 Supply Chain & Forecasting

• Own warehouse inbound and outbound forecasting.
• Manage SKU-level inventory forecasts and global transfer approvals

 Systems & Process Leadership

• Own planning tools and reporting integrity.
• Drive transition from Excel-based reporting to Tableau / Anaplan.
• Continuously improve planning processes and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in a related field
• Bachelor's degree
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel. Advanced Excel skills are required
• Ability to understand current market trends and buying psychology
• Fluent in French is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking
• Able to handle multiple tasks in an organized manner; prioritize and meet deadlines, concurrently
• Entrepreneurial mindset while working collaboratively
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, resourceful, and organizational skills