Founded in Norway in 1877, Helly Hansen continues to develop professional grade apparel that helps people stay and feel alive. Through insights drawn from living and working in the world's harshest environments, the company has developed a long list of first-to-market innovations, including the first supple waterproof fabrics more than 140 years ago. Other breakthroughs include the first fleece fabrics in the 1960s, the first technical base layers in the 1970s, made with LIFA Stay Dry technology, the patented H2Flow temperature regulating system, and the revolutionary lighter, warmer LIFALOFT insulation. Building on Helly Hansen's proprietary HELLY TECH waterproof/breathable system, the technical outdoor brand has most recently introduced the award-winning LIFA INFINITY PRO - the company's most innovative and responsible waterproof/breathable technology to date. Helly Hansen is a leader in technical sailing and performance ski apparel, as well as premium workwear. Its uniforms are worn and trusted by more than 55,000 professionals and can be found on Olympians, National Teams, and at more than 200 ski resorts and mountain guiding operations globally. Helly Hansen's outerwear, base layers, sportswear and footwear are sold in more than 40 countries around the world and the company is owned by Canadian Tire Corporation (CTC). To learn more about Helly Hansen's latest collections, visit www.hellyhansen.com
Retail Stock Allocator & Inventory Controller South Europe
Mission
The Retail Stock Allocator and Inventory controller must work to ensure Helly Hansen stores are supplied with stock on time and in right quantities. He/she is responsible for the replenishment process and load in's. Within this he / she is constantly looking for stock opportunities as well as identifying liabilities in the inventory. The vision is to execute assortment plans while reacting on market conditions in order to maximize sales, margin and inventory turnover.
The Retail Stock Allocator & Inventory Controller South Europe must be the driver of processes for order fulfillment and replenishment of Helly Hansen stores. His / her activities need to be in alignment with the corporate strategies of inventory management in a multichannel environment.
Key Responsibilities
Work closely in support with above key interfaces to ensure seasonal retail buy and assortment is reaching stores on time. In cooperation with Retail Marketing/Marketing and Visual Merchandiser functions execute the seasonal campaign calendar and allocate product accordingly. Keep stores informed of all deliveries and monitor flow of product into store.
Replenishment all stores to meet and exceed sales and profit goals. Determine stock levels and ensure replenishment systems are operating correctly.
Control inventory levels to optimize sales, gross margin and sell through of product. Drive focused initiatives to liquidate aged stock timely in collaboration with the global retail buyer.
React quickly to developing trends at retail by shifting store allocations and securing additional stock. Work closely with the Business Operations team on upcoming opportunities from Key account returns or cancellations.
Analyze sales reports to identify best sellers, worst sellers and current trends. Call out risks and opportunities by category and product type.
Keep a regular communication with stores to review inventory and delivery issues with store management.
KPI
Conversion rate, Average Transaction Value, Units Per Transaction
Actual Sales budget versus Planned
Actual Gross Margin versus Planned
Sell through rate end of season
Stock turn
Customer satisfaction product availability (conversion rate) / fulfillment and allocation on time and according to plans
Reports (direct): SE Buyer
Report to: Global Retail Buyer
Experience / Skills Required
A Passion for sports and possess the ability to relate and understand consumer's perception
Willing to handle multitasks and work under pressure
3-5 years combined retail buying experience
Ability to generate new and creative solutions and processes to business issues which align with values/vision resulting in continuous performance improvement
Ability to make decisions and set priorities that meet financial goals
University / Bachelor's degree
Superior communications skills; fluent in English
Proficient user of Microsoft office products
Experience within an international corporation preferred
Ability to thrive and succeed in a matrix organization
The role will require a hands-on approach and yet the individual needs the ability to see longer-term perspectives in order to effectively develop a KPI driven assortment strategy which balances commercial opportunities and grows the perception of our Brand
We Offer
The opportunity to join a high-performance team within a global brand in growth. A culture of inclusion, empowerment, and ownership. Competitive benefits, discount on great gear, work laptop and a mobile phone.
Questions can be directed to ******
Application is ONLY accepted in portal (due to personal data protection rules) and not later than October 15th 2024.
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