Merchandising Assortment Planning Manager
Pubblicato il 27-08-2026 - Pandora A/S in Bardi
ppSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert: /p pCountry/Region: IT /p pApplication Deadline: 15/08/2026 /p pYou will report to the bSEMEA Merchandising Director /b and will be based in bMilan /b.
You will become part of a dynamic and international Merchandising organization, collaborating with colleagues across SEMEA and Global functions.
As Assortment Planning Manager, you will lead the development and execution of the regional assortment strategy across channels and markets, ensuring the right balance between global direction and local relevance.
Working closely with Sales, Marketing, Ecommerce, Finance and Global Merchandising teams, you will shape commercial decisions that drive growth, profitability and customer engagement across the SEMEA cluster /p pbWhat you'll do /b /p pYou will be responsible for defining and delivering a customer-centric assortment strategy that supports business ambitions across multiple markets and channels.
You will translate global product direction into locally relevant plans, ensuring assortments reflect market needs while maximizing commercial performance.
/p pKey responsibilities include: /p ulliBuilding and executing omni-channel assortment strategies across SEMEA markets /liliLeading pre-season range planning, balancing newness, continuity and depth /liliUsing customer, product and commercial insights to optimize assortment decisions /liliConducting analyses to continuously improve future planning cycles /liliMonitoring competitor assortments and pricing strategies across key markets, particularly Italy and Turkey /li /ul pbLead Commercial Performance and In-Season Trading /b /p pYou will turn data into action, constantly monitoring performance and identifying opportunities to maximize sales, margin and inventory productivity.
/p pThis includes: /p ulliMonitoring sales,
sell-through and stock performance at category and SKU level /liliLeading in-season trading reviews and driving corrective actions where required /liliAccelerating winning products while addressing slow-moving inventory /liliPartnering with stakeholders to optimize stock allocation and availability /liliProtecting full-price sales and minimizing markdown dependency through proactive assortment management bInfluence Across Functions and Markets /b /li /ul pSuccess in this role requires strong stakeholder management and the ability to influence decision-making across a complex international organization.
/p pYou will: /p ulliAct as the voice of SEMEA within global product and merchandising discussions /liliPartner closely with Sales, Marketing, Ecommerce and Finance teams /liliDrive alignment around assortment priorities and commercial opportunities /liliPresent recommendations and insights to senior regional and global stakeholders with confidence and credibility /li /ul pbLead and Develop a High-Performing Team /b /p pAs a people leader, you will inspire, coach and develop a team of Assortment Planning specialists while fostering a culture of accountability, curiosity and continuous improvement.
/p pYou will: /p ulliSet clear expectations and high performance standards /liliBuild capability through coaching, feedback and development opportunities /liliEncourage commercial thinking, innovation and ownership /liliCreate an environment where people thrive and deliver their best work /li /ul pbWhat we're looking for /b /p ulli5+ years of experience as People Manager in Merchandising, Assortment Planning, Buying or Product Management within retail, fashion or consumer goods /liliProven track record of building and executing assortment strategies across multiple categories, channels and markets /liliExperience managing OTB,
WSSI and inventory planning processes /liliDemonstrated people leadership experience, with a passion for developing talent /liliStrong commercial acumen with expertise in sell-through management, margin optimization and full-price trading /liliAdvanced analytical and Excel skills, with experience using planning, ERP and BI tools /liliExperience operating within a matrix and international environment /liliFluent English; Italian is considered an advantage bPersonal Attributes /b /li /ul pWe are looking for a commercially minded leader who combines strategic thinking with hands?on execution.
/p pYou are: /p ulliPassionate about product and customer experience /liliA strong communicator who influences with confidence and credibility /liliAn inspiring leader who develops people and drives accountability /liliComfortable navigating ambiguity and leading through change /liliHighly analytical, with the ability to transform data into clear business actions /liliDriven, resilient and energized by a fast?paced retail environment /li /ul pbWhat we offer: /b /p ulliPermanent employment contract (Quadro) under theItalian Commerce Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL Commercio) /liliCompetitive salary:between ****** and ******Eurogross per year, depending on previous experience and qualifications.
/liliBenefits:€***** meal vouchers annual performance premio, and access to our welfare program, which includes benefits such as vouchers for marriage, birth, adoption and graduation milestones; an extra day of annual leave for your birthday; discounts on Pandora products; a wide range of partner offers and much more.
/li /ul pbWhy Pandora?
/b /p pAt Pandora, you'll have the opportunity to shape assortment decisions across a diverse and fast-growing region while working with talented teams across the globe.
You'll join a company where commercial ambition, customer obsession and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
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