Buying Quantification
- Ensure sum of customer group plans are in line with total aggregated plan per Continent/ Planning Market
- Responsible to translates Sales Markets’ bottom-up demand plans into supply plans and buying volumes per planning dimension / WH, particularly through:
- Input provision on local specifics with relevance for supply plans (e.g., seasonality, climate)
- Revision of optimal channel split per planning dimension/ Sales Market to be considered in supply planning (based on hindsight analysis)
- Operationally accountable on updating, executing, and adjusting splits in PLUTO (by channel and planning dimension)
- Identify deviations in Global supply plan vs. bottom-up supply needs from Sales Markets, and provide recommendations on how to adjust (only if needed; responsibility for final buying quantification remains with Global Supply Planning)
- Act as the Continent-level contact point on Buying Quantification matters for Global Supply Planning and Global Product
- Oversee order writing from a Continent-level perspective and follow up with Global Product in case of deviations from the supply plan
- Responsible for in-season forecasting of supply in relation to demand towards Global product
Pre-season Allocation to Planning dimensions/ warehouses
- Oversee pre-season allocation of stock to PM/ warehouses based on approved buying volumes and SM plans from both a quantitative and qualitative perspective (i.e., ensure allocation follows defined QCPs per Sales Market and reflects Global and Continent priorities):
- Quantitative perspective: Monitor warehouse allocation in tools (esp. Anaplan /Pluto) and review data accuracy and correct parameter setup
- Qualitative perspective: Review flows based on verbal feedback from Product Merchandising Leads
- Follow up with Global Supply Planning and Continent Logistics in case of deviations or disruptions in Anaplan/ Pluto
- Gather learnings and share them with Global Supply Planning and Global Supply Planning Development to support continuous improvement of PM / Warehouses allocation logic and tools
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Economics, or a related quantitative field
Skills
- Technical buying: Deep understanding of the end-to-end buying process, including demand and/ or supply planning, buy plan creation, and allocation management
- Analytical capability: Strong ability to assess Global supply and Sales Market demand plans, evaluate feasibility, and identify planning risks
- Communication and collaboration: Excellent ability to facilitate discussions across teams
- System proficiency: Knowledge of planning tools such as Anaplan / Pluto is a strong plus
Experience
- Min 2+ years of experience in demand or supply planning, forecasting, or data analysis within retail, fashion, or FMCG
H&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.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE
At 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 disability
- We 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 years
- You’ll have access to our Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) to find community and networking opportunities among colleagues
- We are an inclusive company where you’re encouraged to be yourself at work
- You will have access to a large global talent community, where career growth and aspirations have no limits
- We 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 community
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Our 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.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent) in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Economics, or related quantitative field
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in demand or supply planning, forecasting, or data analysis within retail, fashion, or FMCG
- Deep understanding of end-to-end buying process, including demand and/or supply planning, buy plan creation, and allocation management
- Strong analytical capability to assess global supply and sales market demand plans, evaluate feasibility, and identify planning risks
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to facilitate discussions across teams
- Knowledge of planning tools such as Anaplan and Pluto
H&M Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about H&M Group and has not been reviewed or approved by H&M Group.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, pharmacy and vision options with low employee costs and free dental are available, alongside telehealth and inclusive offerings such as transgender, bariatric and fertility coverage. These features are highlighted as solid for U.S. retail roles, with some availability for part‑time positions depending on eligibility.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Vacation, flexible wellness days, company‑paid holidays and a paid birthday off are offered, with some paid time off available to part‑time staff. The time‑off structure is presented as generous within the retail context.
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Parental & Family Support — Eight weeks of paid parental pay for mothers and fathers is provided, complemented by adoption assistance and healthy pregnancy/babies programs. These family supports add depth to the core medical coverage in the U.S. package.
H&M Group Insights
What We Do
Founded in 1947, H&M Group is a global design company with ~4,702 stores in 76 markets and 56 online markets. At H&M Group, we believe in making great design available to everyone. It’s essential in everything we do. Our family of brands and business ventures offer customers around the world a wealth of fashion, beauty, accessories and homeware, as well as modern menus with fresh and local produce at some of the brands’ in-store eateries. But design is so much more than just products; it’s about clever design processes, efficient product flows, creating experiences that enrich, and smart solutions that benefit all our customers. Sustainability is always at the core of our business. Not only because we like to do what’s right — but it’s also beneficial for our business. We will continue to push for change and lead the way towards a more inclusive and sustainable fashion future. Do you want to join us? We will trust you with great responsibility right from the start, reward a passionate mindset and encourage an entrepreneurial spirit. When you start a career with H&M Group, there’s no limit to where it can take you. H&M Group's Moderation Policy: Welcome to H&M Group’s official LinkedIn page. Ask questions, exchange ideas and meet members and employees from all over the world. This page is moderated daily and we always do our best to answer each one of you in a timely manner. Please remember to keep a friendly tone and in line with LinkedIn’s legal terms at https://www.linkedin.com/legal/user-agreement Comments and posts that contain foul language, are off-topic or unnecessarily rude will be deleted. We also encourage you to report any inappropriate content. We use an external tool to handle the comments on our page, so please note that your comments can be stored. For questions, please contact our team at [email protected].
