POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Business Excellence and Operations Manager located in Stabio, Ticino, Switzerland, the ASSOS of Switzerland Planner is responsible for coordinating and executing the end-to-end planning process, combining Demand Planning, Supply Planning and Inventory Control. The role ensures alignment between demand, production, and inventory targets while supporting the monthly S&OP process and maintaining optimal service levels and stock health.
This position plays a key role in connecting commercial inputs with operational execution.
2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Demand Planning
- Consolidate inputs from Sales, Marketing, and historical data to build the demand forecast
- Maintain and improve forecast accuracy and bias
- Monitor forecast changes due to promotions, launches, and market dynamics
- Prepare forecast reports and performance tracking
- Re-forecasting during season based on actual results
Inventory Control
- Monitor inventory levels across regions and channels
- Maintain safety stock and reorder parameters
- Track WOS, inventory turns, and slow movers
- Support allocation decisions and stock rebalancing
- Propose actions to reduce excess and obsolete inventory
S&OP Support
- Prepare planning inputs and KPIs for monthly S&OP meetings
- Highlight gaps between demand and supply
- Follow up on agreed action plans
Reporting & Systems
- Maintain planning data in ERP (NetSuite preferred)
- Develop and update reports and dashboards
- Ensure data accuracy and master data alignment
3. REQUIREMENTS
- Master’s degree in economics or management engineering
- Fluency in English
- Minimum 2-5 years' experience in a global or regional inventory planning function, preferably in the apparel industry
- High proficiency in Excel with data visualization skills
- Excellent analytical and decision-making skills: ability to manage large amount of data as well as qualitative information, to identify insights and to drive actions accordingly
- Strong ERP knowledge (NetSuite and BI as a plus) and good IT competences
- Good interpersonal skills, comfortable in managing independently external teams and stakeholders
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively
About ASSOS of Switzerland
We are a leader, performance-driven cycling apparel brand committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability. Our products are trusted by cyclists worldwide, and we pride ourselves on pushing boundaries — not just in design, but also in how we operate as a business.
Disclaimer: We consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability, in accordance with applicable law.
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Planner Arbeitgeber: ASSOS of Switzerland GmbH
ASSOS ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der seinen Mitarbeitern in Stabio, Tessin, eine dynamische und kreative Arbeitsumgebung bietet. Mit einem starken Fokus auf Teamarbeit und persönlichem Wachstum ermöglicht die Position des Sports Marketing Specialist nicht nur die Entwicklung von Fähigkeiten im Bereich Sportmarketing, sondern auch die aktive Mitgestaltung von Markenstrategien in einer leidenschaftlichen Fahrradkultur. Die Unternehmenskultur fördert Eigenverantwortung und Innovation, während attraktive Benefits und die Möglichkeit zur Zusammenarbeit mit Profisportlern das Arbeitsumfeld bereichern.
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