Merchandiser

Our vision is to establish HUGO BOSS as the leading premium tech-driven fashion platform worldwide and to be one of the top 100 global brands. At HUGO BOSS, we work as a team to apply our knowledge, skills and experience together and create a diversity of ideas and solutions. What unites us? We love fashion, we change fashion!

At HUGO BOSS, you have the opportunity to contribute your personality, ideas and creativity - because only when we break new ground together can we create something unique. Become part of our team of more than 14.000 employees worldwide and shape your future at HUGO BOSS!

As the Merchandiser, she/he is to ensure that we deliver target sales and profitability in the Full Price and Off-Price business through strategic planning and in-season trading, managing the intake and OTB to deliver the stock requirement needs for the business.

What you can expect:

Oversee the merchandise management and strategy for own areas, working closely with the Merchandise Manager.

Develop merchandising reports for department and cross-functional needs.

Collaborate with the EMEA Buying & Planning teams and sign off all seasonal buys, ensuring a commercial & profitable range that reflects departmental strategy and fits the need of the market. Ensure that all historical & market feedback informs range strategy development.

Plan markdown budget while developing an effective markdown strategy ensuring that planned markdown spending is in line with financial plans at the department level.

Ensure that terminal stock issues are highlighted early and agree on an action plan with the Merchandise Manager.

Responsible for in-season trading: Manage stock levels for NOS and seasonal/fashion stock at style / color / store level. Oversee replenishment, stock re-groups, and consolidations to drive Sell through as well as best sellers and product opportunities.

Oversee the merchandise management and strategy for own areas, working closely with the Merchandise Manager.

Develop merchandising reports for department and cross-functional needs.

Collaborate with the EMEA Buying & Planning teams and sign off all seasonal buys, ensuring a commercial & profitable range that reflects departmental strategy and fits the need of the market. Ensure that all historical & market feedback informs range strategy development.

Plan markdown budget while developing an effective markdown strategy ensuring that planned markdown spending is in line with financial plans at the department level.

Ensure that terminal stock issues are highlighted early and agree on an action plan with the Merchandise Manager.

Responsible for in-season trading: Manage stock levels for NOS and seasonal/fashion stock at style / color / store level. Oversee replenishment, stock re-groups, and consolidations to drive Sell through as well as best sellers and product opportunities.

Monitor and control intake; ensure the commitment is accurate and aligned with business expectations.

Ensure that Sale forecast & Line cards reflect the most accurate trading position on Sales, Stock, Intake, and Margin.

Presenting and participating in EMEA & Market Trade Meetings for weekly, monthly & quarterly reviews.

Conduct market visits and build strong relationships with Area/Store Managers.

Partner with the Merchandise Process Development Team in system projects, participating in development calls. Guide the Allocators in managing intake, allocation of stock, and ad-hoc analysis.

Your profile:

A minimum of 4 years of experience in Merchandising (or a comparable field).

Bachelor's degree or equivalent training and experience.

Distinct planning and analytical skills.

Strong at prioritizing workload and with a flexible attitude to change in priorities.

Team player, excellent communicator, and confident manner as well as assertiveness.

Fluent English skills.

Proficient in all MS Office applications and SAP. Advanced Excel skills are needed.

Your benefits:

We are a global company with our employees representative of the world at large. Our inclusive culture embraces each person's authenticity and individuality. We are committed to equal employment opportunity. And we believe our equitable work environment helps unleash your full potential and inspires you to thrive.

Do you feel it's time for a new challenge at HUGO BOSS? If so, we look forward telling you all about this job opportunity in a personal conversation.