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YOUR MISSION
The Merchandise Planner is responsible for driving the commercial performance of assigned product categories by developing and executing merchandise plans that maximize sales, profitability, and inventory productivity across PUMA Retail Europe. Working closely with Merchandising, Allocation, Buying, Finance, and Retail Operations, the Merchandise Planner translates business objectives into actionable plans, ensuring the right product assortment and inventory investment throughout the product lifecycle.
Your Mission
Develop and manage seasonal merchandise financial plans aligned with business objectives and commercial strategies
Build sales, margin, inventory, and buy plans at category, channel, and market level
Monitor business performance and identify risks and opportunities through regular analysis of key commercial KPIs
Provide forecasting and reforecasting recommendations based on sales trends, consumer demand, and market developments
Partner with Merchandising to optimize assortments, product depth, and lifecycle management
Collaborate closely with Allocation to ensure effective inventory flow, replenishment strategies, and stock optimization across stores
Analyze product performance and recommend actions to maximize full-price sell-through while minimizing markdown risk
Support Open-to-Buy management and inventory investment decisions throughout the season
Lead weekly and monthly business reviews, providing clear insights and recommendations to stakeholders
Drive pre-season and in-season planning activities, including assortment reviews, demand planning, and financial forecasting
Contribute to pricing, promotional, and markdown strategies in partnership with Commercial and Merchandising teams
Identify opportunities to improve planning tools, reporting, and business processes
Mentor and support junior planners or allocators where applicable.
YOUR TALENT
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Retail Management, Supply Chain, or a related field
3–5 years of experience in Merchandise Planning, Retail Planning, Demand Planning, or a similar analytical commercial role
Experience within retail, fashion, sporting goods, or consumer goods is preferred
Proven experience translating data into commercial actions and business recommendations
Strong commercial acumen with a solid understanding of retail and merchandising principles
Advanced analytical and financial planning skills
Strong understanding of retail KPIs including sales, gross margin, inventory productivity, sell-through, stock turn, and Open-to-Buy
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with planning, allocation, and BI tools is an advantage
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple planning cycles in a dynamic environment
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
Highly organized, proactive, and results-oriented
Fluent in English; additional European languages are an advantage.
PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex,
gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at
PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.
At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal
opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience.To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.
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 120+ countries, and has around 22,000
employees worldwide.
