Junior Planner Region North (Tommy Hilfiger & Calvin Klein) 2022

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.

About us

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 retail (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 Planner, the Junior Planner plays a key role in delivering the range strategy for a number of divisions for one of our brands across the whole Region. Focusing on our seasonal ranges they will work closely with the wider Buying and Planning team to ensure a cohesive strategy across multiple sales channels and countries.

Responsibilities 

• To support with and maintain the optimal seasonal ranges in accordance with defined business processes and deadlines.
• Drive key department KPIs, such as increased ASP, improved productivity rates, option efficiencies and synergies across all channels and markets.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders across both Region North and Amsterdam head office teams, both virtually and in-person.
• Supports Planner throughout the budgeting process across Retail and Wholesale.
• Alongside Buying, guide division and category plans for the upcoming buy periods and present to retail and wholesale stakeholders.
• Aligns with both NOS planning team and buying team to ensure full range offer is cohesive and focused.
• Manages and proposes OTB opportunity with retail teams and aligns with wider range planning strategy.
• Works with Wholesale teams to support in season trading across a number of partners.
• Manages central planning documents ensuring key deadlines are hit for both retail and wholesale central functions.
• Determines sizing strategy based on in-depth analysis.
• Help optimize range performance through micro-range analysis and reporting, working with the trading teams.
• Support in delivering the planned sales and profitability across the divisions through effective planning and working with B&M for in season trading.
• Works very closely with Retail teams to ensure smooth process for new and refit stores.
• Supports in post season analysis and feedback creation for Retail & Wholesale channels.
• Maintain planning data/ fields within various systems: SAP BW/ HANA, Excel.
• Motivate, lead and develop your Assistant Planner. Setting the highest standards and ensuring that they are motivated and working towards additional responsibility.

Who you are

• You’ll be working at a Junior Merchandiser or Assistant Merchandiser level (or equivalent) ready for the next step.
• You’ll have experience in working with Buyers to drive out range plans supported by in-depth analysis.
• You’ll have strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build relationships with ease. 
• You’ll be a strong team leader with an ability to manage, motivate and work effectively within a small team.
• 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.

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 

• 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.