Product Merchandising LeadFull-timeCompany DescriptionH&M Group is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make.We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future.Job DescriptionAssortment and Stock ManagementSteer and optimize income per period, garment group and product type within your customer group.Ensure optimal stock levels on top planned products in accordance with technical potential and product lifecycle.Plan, manage and follow up sales, stock and reduction levels together with Demand & Supply.Joint accountability for setting buying levels and a growth driving buying strategy for the region.Stay informed of customer behavior and market trends to improve stock relevance.Collaborate closely with Commercial leads in the Commercial team.Product merchandising/ commercial supportAct as Contact point and partner-up with Sales Market Commercial teams on stock and inventory topics to facilitate strong commercial execution in Sales MarketsDrive transparency/ consistency and secure sharing of best practices across Sales Markets on product merchandising/ commercial executionChallenge Sales Markets’ bottom-up demand plans from a stock-level perspective (only if needed or upon request)Support Sales Markets in setting and adjusting price maps to reflect local competition and stock positionsResponsible for the forecasting of supply in relation to demand, sharing insights and corrective measuresDecide and provide Sales Markets articles for final sale/ clearance, as well as for special campaigns per channelFollow up and forecast R&D for Sales MarketsCapture learnings from exit and liquidation cycles to inform future pre-season plannings/ buying quantificationsAllocation & replenishmentAct as the key point of contact for assigned SMs and warehouses on all allocation, replenishment, and stock management topicsFollow up stock on Sales Market level and review stock-balancing scenarios within a Planning Market (based on analyses provided by Inventory Leads)Responsible for the initial allocation from warehouses to stores in line with Sales Market plans (in target state, via AB2.0)Responsible for adjustments to replenishment speed and setting replenishment blocks or stops for seasonal stock/ predictable demandSet backstock list for articles that need to be removed from the shopfloor/ pick locationsCreate transparency on incoming deliveries/ stock status to SM Commercial teams and Store Managers through regular stock update reportsQualificationsEducationBachelor’s or master’s degree or similar in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related quantitative fieldSkillsData driven heavy emphasizes sales analyzes, forecasting and using data for buying and product action decisions.Trend and customer obsessed: monitoring fashion trends, consumer behavior and competitor activitiesCommercial expertise: Solid understanding of retail and product merchandising processesAnalytical capabilities: Able to interpret sell-through and stock reports to identify improvement areasCommunication skills: Clear communication and collaboration skills across Markets and Continent teamsTool proficiency: Good command of Excel and interest in BI tools (e.g.; Power BI)Attention to detail: Detail-oriented; ensures high data accuracy in article tracking and reportingExperience2–4 years in product merchandising, retail planning, or commercial operations within retail, fashion, or FMCGAdditional InformationWHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HEREAt H&M Group, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. 25% Staff discount on all our H&M Group brands, both in stores and online (H&M, COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories and ARKET).We value diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, and disabilityWe pride ourselves on being a values-driven organization, guided by our 7 unique values that have been part of our success story for over 75 yearsYou’ll have access to our Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) to find community and networking opportunities among colleaguesWe are an inclusive company where you’re encouraged to be yourself at workYou will have access to a large global talent community, where career growth and aspirations have no limitsWe believe in supporting your overall wellbeing and offer comprehensive benefits inclusive of health insurance, wellness and family support programs, paid leave programs, and paid time off, including a community day to serve your local communityJOIN USOur uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it’s our people who make us who we are.Take the next step in your career together with us. The journey starts here.\*Weare committedto arecruitment process that isfair, equitable,andbased on competency. Wetherefore kindly ask youtonot attach a cover letter in your application.By clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy applyI'm interestedI'm interestedPrivacy Notice
