Sporting Fashion & Goods
Planner E-Commerce Europe
Mid Level
Pegnitz, Germany
in office
Full time
Job description
About the Role
This role drives profitable growth for eCommerce Europe by translating consumer demand and commercial priorities into strong merchandise and inventory plans. The postholder owns seasonal and annual merchandise financial planning across assigned categories, balancing sales, margin and inventory targets. The position works closely with Merchandising, Supply Chain, Finance and Commercial teams to optimise assortment, pricing, markdowns and promotional opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive profitable growth for eCommerce Europe by translating consumer demand and commercial priorities into strong merchandise and inventory plans.
- Own seasonal and annual merchandise financial planning across assigned categories, balancing sales, margin and inventory targets.
- Build seasonal range and demand plans based on historical performance, product launches, key events and business partnership calendars.
- Manage inventory and Open-to-Buy (OTB) to ensure the right products and sizes are available at the right time while minimising end-of-season inventory risk.
- Monitor key performance indicators including sell-through, gross margin, contribution margin, stock cover and inventory turnover, translating insights into clear commercial actions.
- Partner closely with Merchandising, Supply Chain, Finance and Commercial teams to optimise assortment, pricing, markdowns and promotional opportunities.
- Bring a strong analytical perspective to range architecture and assortment decisions, helping to improve profitability, product availability and inventory efficiency.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- 2–4 years of relevant experience in merchandise planning, retail planning or inventory management, ideally within eCommerce, sporting goods or fashion retail.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, Retail Management or a related field.
- Strong analytical and numerical mindset with a solid understanding of retail mathematics and merchandising KPIs.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with ERP and planning systems such as SAP.
- Commercial understanding and the ability to translate data into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across Merchandising, Supply Chain, Finance and Commercial teams.
Preferred Skills
- Knowledge of sports retail and Teamsport, particularly football footwear, replica kits and training apparel.
- Understanding of football product lifecycles, club and national team calendars and how key sporting moments influence consumer demand.
The Application Process
Applying for a job at PUMA is straightforward: candidates apply online and follow the steps to upload their application. Every application is reviewed by real people committed to fairness, transparency and equal opportunity, and no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions.
- Submit an application online and follow the steps to upload it.
- Have the application reviewed by real people, with no automated systems or AI tools used to make hiring decisions.
- Note that AI-supported functions may be used for isolated organisational steps such as scheduling interviews, with no influence on decisions in the application process.
About the Company
PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, operates in more than 120 countries and has around 22,000 employees worldwide. PUMA looks for SPEED & SPIRIT in its candidates, defined by values that inspire employees to be driven in performance, vibrant in sporting legacy and together in team spirit, while letting individual talent and experience shine.
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