Head of Buying & Merchandise Planning, ANZ

Ref #:

W165420

Department:

Merchandising & Planning

City:

Sydney

State/Province:

New South Wales

Location:

Australia

Pay Range Max

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公司描述

Ralph Lauren Corporation is a leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances. For almost 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

职位概述

Ralph Lauren is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Buying & Merchandise Planning, ANZ. In this senior leadership role, you will partner with the Australian Leadership Team to shape and execute our brand elevating merchandise strategy. As the in-country product lead, you’ll collaborate with our Asia Pacific Merchandising team to align global and regional vision with local execution, delivering the timeless style and elevated experience Ralph Lauren is known for.

基本职责

Future-Focused Leadership

Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of merchandising professionals, fostering a collaborative culture that champions consumer insights and customer needs

Market Expert

Lead local insights on consumer trends, pricing, and competitors
Shape seasonal product briefs that balance market needs with brand vision
Partner with APAC Buying & Planning to curate compelling assortments
Support retail expansion with merchandise plans for new stores and activations

Brand & Strategy Champion

Built and communicate seasonal strategy cross-functionally with Retail, Marketing, Visual Merchandising and Store Design.
Deliver impactful product training and storytelling
Adapt global brand initiatives to drive local relevance and growth

Sales Driver

Analyze sales trends and inventory to develop action plans
Recommend visual, promotional, and product adjustments to boost performance
Identify replenishment and incentive opportunities

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• Proven leadership and management in merchandise planning within the fashion/apparel retail field

• Exceptional Excel and data analysis skills, with the ability to interpret complex merchandising metrics and financial data to inform decisions

• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, analyze market trends, and develop innovative product strategies

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and shifting priorities effectively

• Proactive & solutions focused approach to identifying opportunities and addressing challenges

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, capable of influencing, presenting, and collaborating across all levels of the organization

Ralph Lauren

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