Assortment Planning Manager

Note: This role does not include logistics, warehousing, or factor production/ manufacturing.

Assortment Planning

Your Role:

Strategic Planning and Analysis

• Data-driven decision-making:

  Analyzing sales, demand, and stock data to forecast future trends and identify growth opportunities.

• Product mix optimization:

  Ensuring the product range aligns with customer preferences and market demands.

• Assortment planning:

  Developing and executing comprehensive assortment plans for different store locations, considering factors like demographics, store size, and customer profiles.

• Inventory management:

  Balancing inventory levels to avoid stockouts and excess inventory.

Collaboration and Execution

• Cross-functional collaboration:

  Working closely with procurement, merchandising, and store teams to implement assortment plans.

• Visual merchandising:

  Collaborating with visual merchandising teams to optimize product display and placement.

• Stock allocation:

  Distributing inventory effectively across different stores based on demand and performance metrics.

Performance Measurement and Optimization

• Performance analysis:

  Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of assortment plans.

• Regular improvements:

  Identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to enhance assortment planning processes.

• Stock optimization:

  Implementing strategies to reduce stock levels and improve inventory turnover.

Team Management

• Task Allocation:

  Assigning tasks based on team members' skills and capabilities.

• Coaching and Development:

  Providing guidance and support to team members to enhance their performance.

• Problem Solving:

  Resolving issues and challenges faced by the team.

Selection of Frames and Sunglasses:

• Product Selection

  : Work closely with the eyewear selection team to curate a diverse and appealing range of sunglasses and frames from renowned brands, including Cartier, Chanel, Mont Blanc, Maybach, Tom Ford, Gucci, Armani, Prada, Coach, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Ray Ban, and Carrera.

• Collection Management

  : Coordinate with the procurement department to organize showcases of new collections for the selection and store teams.

• Order Management

  : Oversee the order process, including selection, data entry, coordination, and preparation of order Excel sheets.

• Sample Management

  : Prioritize sample set selection and ordering based on showroom requirements and availability.

QR Code Printing & Product Attributes System

Team Management and Operations

• Oversee the data entry and QR code generation process

  , ensuring adherence to company standards and established guidelines.

• Manage the team

  responsible for data entry and QR code printing.

• Coordinate

  with:
• The Procurement/Buying team is to ensure timely and accurate product delivery, including order follow-up and distribution to stores.
• The Accounts team to manage stock transfers, order cancellations, and defective stock replacements, including QR code updates as needed.
• Implement new inventory management tools: Automated Discount of Stock Aging, Order Tracking System.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline operations and reduce costs.