Key Responsibilities
Planning & WSSI Support
- Support the Merchandiser in building quarterly, half‑year and annual plans
- Build, maintain and update the WSSI and line projections, supporting forecasting, reforecasting and visibility of sales, stock, intake, markdown and profit
- Develop a strong understanding of the sales and profit plan and the implications of current trading
Range Planning & Size Strategy
- Support option, width and depth planning, recommending decisions aligned to demand, historical performance and space
- Manage and analyse product size ratios, identifying opportunities to improve availability and performance by country, channel or shape
Stock Management & In‑Season Trading
- Work closely with the Merchandiser to support appropriate stock levels across the season
- Analyse best and worst sellers, highlighting risks and opportunities and proposing clear actions
- Manage slow sellers and support stock balancing actions, including transfers and reallocation where appropriate
Markdown & Clearance Support
- Identify and cost markdown recommendations, supporting decision‑making and approval processes
- Support clearance and exit strategies to reduce terminal stock and protect profitability
Reporting & Commercial Analysis
- Prepare weekly performance and trading reports to support Weekly Trading Meetings
- Deliver clear, accurate analysis to inform in‑season actions and forward commitments
- Develop a strong understanding of all key commercial levers and how they impact sales, margin and stock
Collaboration & Development
- Work closely with Buying, Branch Merchandising and Channel teams to support delivery of the Department strategy
- Build strong working relationships and develop merchandising capability through on‑the‑job learning and coaching
- Lead, coach and developt the MAA Merchandise Assistant
Our Ideal Candidate
- Has around 3 years’ experience in Merchandising or Planning within a fashion retail environment
- Highly analytical, with strong numerical skills and a commercial mindset
- Comfortable working with data and systems (SAP BW or similar), with advanced Excel/office skills
- Proactive, organised and eager to learn, with a desire to develop within Merchandising
- Enjoys working collaboratively and building strong cross‑functional relationships
- Fluent in English, written and spoken
- Passionate about fashion retail and thrives in a fast‑paced, energetic environment
What we offer
25 days of annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 4 additional days
Hybrid work model, combining office and remote working
Possibility to work from abroad for up to 2 weeks per year
An international work environment, working with teams across different countries
Travel allowance to support commuting costs
Access to the Hunkemöller Academy for professional development
25% employee discount on all Hunkemöller products
Please note: We take care of our recruitment directly at Hunkemöller. For this reason, we kindly ask agencies not to reach out, and applications sent by email cannot be considered. If you’re interested in this role, we’d love to receive your application via our official career channels.
As a Fashion Planner, you will play a key role in supporting the commercial delivery of the Department, working closely with the Merchandiser, Buying and cross‑functional teams. You will contribute to building accurate plans, analysing performance, and supporting in‑season trading decisions to deliver the optimum assortment across markets.This role offers strong exposure to WSSI management, stock and profit control, and forward planning, making it an excellent development opportunity within Merchandising.
What We Do
Hunkemöller is committed to being a much-loved, social, and inclusive brand. We take pride in creating an environment where people not only love to work but also become true brand ambassadors. Our purpose and values have undergone a transformation, our purpose is to inspire and empower women to be their most beautiful and authentic selves, together we lift each other up! Our values emphasize what we hold as fundamental to our brand identity: Empowering, Playful, In-touch, Inclusive, Inspiring, and Responsible. With these principles we are shaping our culture, steering our actions and aligning with our expanding dedication to setting industry benchmarks in inclusivity and responsibility through innovative and sustainable initiatives. With a robust presence spanning over 900 stores across 15 countries, we are on a trajectory of continuous growth. Our commitment to World-Class service is not just a promise but a reflection of our ethos, extending seamlessly across channels and locations, including our upcoming opening of our state-of-the-art Distribution Center in Almere, aimed at stream-lining productivity, and boosting efficiency for our customers. Hunkemöller proudly holds the prestigious title of TOP EMPLOYER in the Netherlands for 2024, marking seven consecutive years of winning, while Germany maintains a 5-year streak. In Denmark, we are back-to-back winners for the 2nd year, a testament to our unwavering commitment to our people and the utmost care we invest in our employees
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