Global Head of Inventory Planning

Do you believe we should never stop learning? GANT, the future of American Sportswear, strives to be an Employer of Choice in 70+ global markets. If you want to challenge convention and make clothes for the courageous, curious and creative, then join us on this journey!

About the team

You will lead the Inventory & Purchasing team, consisting of three buyers, one inventory planner and one analyst. You will report to the Global Planning & Merchandising Director.

GANT is currently on a journey towards a centralized buying & merchandising function, where we together are working towards the vision of unified commerce. This role will be a key function in the process to create a seamless merchandise flow through our inventory!

Responsibilities

• Maximize sales across all channels and markets through a comprehensive understanding of sales, demand, and inventory flow
• Utilize expertise in sales to optimize revenue generation and drive business growth and cost controls for inventory
• Implement effective reporting mechanisms and ensure timely follow-up on a weekly basis
• Foster collaboration and communication across different departments to achieve sales goals
• Leverage cross-functional relationships to identify areas for improvement and implement strategic initiatives
• Stay up-to-date with market trends and competition to proactively identify new opportunities
• Develop and execute sales strategies to drive customer acquisition and retention
• Analyze sales data and metrics to identify areas of improvement and implement actionable solutions
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management based on sales performance analysis
• Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate effective decision-making processes

Your skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or equivalent
• 3-5 years of professional experience in inventory control or forecasting/planning analyst role
• Proven leadership experience in successfully leading and managing teams to achieve organizational goals
• Comprehensive understanding of financial measurements such as sales, gross margin, gross margin return on investment, weeks on hand, weeks of supply, etc., and the ability to positively impact these metrics
• Expertise in inventory management, shrink, and profit margins
• Proficiency in the fashion industry and knowledge of different channels of distribution
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workload, adapt to change, and maintain composure under pressure
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a solid understanding of systems
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications especially Excel
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Apply with your CV and a cover letter in English by 2023/06/30. Our team reviews applications on a rolling basis, so seize the opportunity to join us by submitting your application today! Please note that the position may be filled before the set end date.

GANT is one of the inspiring brands driven by passionate people of the MF Brands Group, alongside with Lacoste, Aigle, The Kooples and Tecnifibre. Please visit the group website for more information.