Team Leader Planning BOSS EMEA DOS (m/f/d)

HUGO BOSS is one of the leading premium fashion and lifestyle companies with around 13,800 employees worldwide. As the most important interface for our customers, you will demonstrate your passion for our products and act as a brand ambassador for HUGO BOSS. Join a team that provides an exceptional brand and shopping experience with enthusiasm, fun and expertise - because, to create something extraordinary, we must explore new paths together. Shape your own future at HUGO BOSS!

Team Leader Planning BOSS EMEA DOS (m/f/d)
HUGO BOSS AG | Metzingen near Stuttgart | Germany | Full-time

We are looking for a highly motivated Team Leader Planning BOSS EMEA DOS (m/f/d) to strengthen our DOS Planning division as soon as possible. Are you enthusiastic about developing a core Planning and Merchandising strategy for Retail of HUGO BOSS? A highly motivated team is waiting for you to join.

What you can expect:

• Develop and adapt the core Planning and Merchandising strategy for Retail
• Responsible for the Buying budget across Fashion and the 'Never out of stock' business whilst ensuring the supply chain requirements are met by key stakeholders
• Partner with Team Lead Buying and build the collection in line with the Global Brand strategy and market needs within EMEA
• Design, develop and agree the framework for core Buying, based on store capacity, flow planning and commonality targets
• Deliver planned sales, profit and inventory targets and to maximise opportunities within the business at brand level
• Involvement in the Format strategy decisions to ensure a clear brand representation in stores
• Improve Integrated business planning initiatives in line with an Omnichannel approach
• Work closely with Team leader Inventory control DOS EMEA in management of carryover, markdown and terminal stock
• Monitor BOSS M seasonal OTB and rolling inventory forecasts and review Outlet inflow
• Provide insights into the weekly EMEA trade meeting and other trade meetings dedicated to specific plans
• Drive the development and implementation of planning, merchandising systems and processes
• Inspire and lead all levels of Brand planner's whist developing an entrepreneurial team

Your profile:

• Preferably successfully completed studies in Business, Fashion Management or comparable
• At least 7 years of professional experience in a fast-paced Planning & Merchandising role
• Strong commercial skills with an understanding of the Bricks & Mortar Business
• Collaborative approach - works in partnership with counterparts in key functions
• Several years of motivational leadership experience, incl. leading Seniors
• Excellent communication and influencing skills - able to build effective relationship at all levels and gain buy-in at Senior Management level
• Strong analytical skills and solution-orientated thinking
• Fluent in English both written and spoken

Your benefits:

• Made for Me: three days in Metzingen and two days working remotely. Our hybrid working model "Threedom of work" is as individual as your personal needs.
• Today. Tomorrow. Always. Sustainability is one of our key values, and more than just a trend. We are committed to environmental, animal and climate protection, and human rights.
• Does innovation drive you? Same for us! We have digitized most of our workflows and almost fully automated our logistics centres.
• Exclusive discounts for shopping and arts: benefit from discounts for family and friends along with free entrance to more than 15 international art museums.
• High-performing people need a healthy balance. Take advantage of the employee gym, the beach volleyball field or yoga classes on the rooftop terrace.
• As a fashion company, we value good taste in everything - including food. Welcome to our own restaurant and café, Times.

Fashion is a form of self-expression. With our products, we want to inspire individuality and encourage everyone to be their authentic selves. HUGO BOSS is a global company with our employees representative of the world at large. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce, and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of, but not limited to, age, citizenship, disability, gender identity or expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, marital status, or sexual orientation.