PVH Assistant Planner, Region North (Tommy Hilfiger & Calvin Klein)

About PVH

With a history going back over 130 years, PVH has excelled at growing brands and businesses with rich American heritages, becoming one of the largest global apparel companies. We have over 30,000 associates operating in over 40 countries with over $8 billion in revenues.

Founded in 1968 and acquired by PVH Corp. in 2003, Calvin Klein is a global lifestyle brand that exemplifies bold, progressive ideals and a seductive, and often minimal, aesthetic. We seek to thrill and inspire our audience while using provocative imagery and striking designs to ignite the senses. We strive to make a positive impact on the world. We inspire passion in our people. We embody authenticity and embrace individuality.

Tommy Hilfiger is one of the world's leading designer lifestyle brands, internationally recognised for celebrating the essence of "classic American cool" style. Founded in 1985, Tommy Hilfiger was acquired by PVH Corp. in 2010. We engage consumers through 360° marketing campaigns, innovative events, exciting collaborations and brand partnerships, and work with some of the biggest names from the world of Fashion, Art, Music and Entertainment.

About THE ROLE

PVH Central Planning & Buying is responsible for the selection, range building and product strategy for the Region North. In a constantly changing retail environment, we look to build the best assortment for each of our retail, wholesale and concession partners based upon customer profile, sales targets and regional retail landscape.

Working closely with all key stakeholders (merchandising, wholesale, retail operations, visual merchandising and store teams) collaboration, strong communication and a passion for opportunity and success are the foundations for this team!

Reporting into the Senior Planner the Assistant Planner plays a key role in supporting the team to deliver the range strategy for a number of divisions for one of our brands across the whole Region.

Focusing on our NOS ranges they will work closely with the wider Buying and Planning team to ensure a cohesive strategy across multiple sales channels and countries.

They will be pivotal in creating and interpreting analysis to back-up the range plan strategy and will work with Retail and Wholesale partners to optimise cross channel trading.

Responsibilities include:

• Contribute to departmental Merchandising planning strategy, with the customer and brand in mind.
  
• To prepare analysis packs as necessary and pull together strategy recommendations under the guidance of the Senior Planner.
  
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders across both Region North and Amsterdam head office teams.
  
• Support in the running and analysis of weekly/monthly and seasonal trade reports.
  
• Manages monthly forecast submission ensuring key deadlines are hit for both retail and wholesale central functions.
  
• Own line card forecasts across channels and region, incorporating Retailer feedback & strategic changes to improve forecast accuracy.
  
• Help optimise range performance through micro-range analysis and reporting, working with the trading teams.
  
• Build relationships with Key Account managers and Retailer counterparts to drive trade and improve future forecasting.
  
• Own Regional master product data & accurate management of NOS line ranging.
  
• End to end product lifecycle management of NOS styles.
  
• Works with Wholesale teams to support in season trading across a number of partners.
  
• Work within the core systems SAP BW/ HANA, Excel, A3 planning system.
  
• Supports selling teams function with production of Retail and Wholesale support assets.
  
• Works very closely with Retail teams to ensure range alignment and productivity growth.
  
• Implementing new systems and processes to continually improve Planning best practice.
  

About YOU

• You'll have previous experience at Assistant Merchandiser / Planner level (or equivalent) within a fashion/retail business.
  
• Advanced Excel skills are essential.
  
• You'll have excellent planning and analytical skills.
  
• You'll have strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build relationships with ease.
  
• You'll be a commercially astute and confident decision maker, communicating with impact across all levels.
  
• You'll have in-depth knowledge of the current competitive market place.
  
• You will work well with change, being able to quickly adapt and work with pace.
  

About WHAT WE OFFER

At PVH, we understand that the success of our organisation is directly related to our hardworking and dedicated associates who contribute their time and talents to help make our Company the success it is. That is why we are committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support our associates - both at home and at work.

Benefits include:

• Up to 65% off CK and TH Retail Purchases
  
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
  
• Competitive pension plan
  
• Life insurance cover
  
• Corporate discount on Dental Insurance
  
• Health cash plan
  
• Competitive bonus scheme
  
• Flexi hours
  

PVH Europe and our brands, TOMMY HILFIGER and CALVIN KLEIN, are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. We believe we are bettered by all forms of diversity, and take pride in working with top talent from every walk of life and corner of the world. In the spirit of inclusivity, qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, ethnicity, ability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.