Planner (Endura)

Job DescriptionWe're Pentland Brands; a dynamic, global family business, and proud owners and licensees of many iconic active and footwear brands. With a community of over 1,300 team members worldwide, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and champion growth and development. Our success is built on teamwork, courage, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.WHAT'S THE MISSION FOR THIS ROLE?With Planning & Inventory activity focused predominantly on Endura, our Planner will ensure that we have the right product, right time in the right location to achieve sales and margin targets. Lead demands reviews which ensure commercial teams are adhering to forecast, drive productivity by focusing on the core of our business and balance spend and stock cover with supporting our growth ambitionWHAT DOES THIS ROLE DO?As Our Planner (Endura), You Will Be Responsible ForCollaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to strategically plan category and product type volumes based on growth plans, historical data, and market strategies.Develop pre-season forecasts critical for vendor and material planning, working closely with Regional Market Merchandising and Commercial teams.Lead demand reviews, confidently analysing and responding to changes in current and future demand, while adeptly challenging forecast robustness.Prepare transparent monthly buy summaries, ensuring clear visibility of proposed spending across units, categories, and customer mix.Manage the dynamic buy calendar, allowing flexibility while ensuring thorough checks before purchase order placement.Drive never out of stock programs to maintain inventory stability and optimize sales conversion.Collaborate with commercial teams to effectively allocate stock investments and ensure in-season/yearly sales conversion.Monitor orderbook movements, collaborating with inventory planners and commercial teams to adapt plans, as necessary.Monitor the trading funnel and make recommendations for markdown and clearance which drives sales, margin and protect cash and stock healthBe involved in evolving the planning function by support in year projectsWHAT DO I BRING TO THE ROLE?You just might be our next superstar if you have the following skills and experience:Ability to analyse sales data, trends, and market research to make informed decisions about inventory levels, pricing, and assortment planning; proficient in Excel.Proficiency in working with numbers, calculations, and understanding financial metrics like margins, turnover, and forecasting.Clear and collaborative communication skills.Familiarity with merchandising software, inventory management systems, and data analysis tools.Understanding of market trends and consumer behavior.Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.Strong experience in excel, power BI and or knowledge of AI based toolsWillingness to travel to other sites for sales launch or critical stage gatesWe want you to live our company principles, bringing a strong consumer focus, while always looking for ways to improve and grow in your role. Take ownership of your work and be proactive in solving problems whilst communicating openly and treating everyone with respect and kindness. And, of course, let your creativity shine by bringing your unique style and individuality to the Pentland Brands Team.WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?Competitive salary + discretionary bonus25 Days Holiday: Increases with length of service and the option to purchase additional days to suit your needs.Discounts: Brand discounts (including friends and family and JD Sports), Sample Sales, and other retail discounts and perks.Family-Friendly Benefits: Generous enhanced parental leave policiesHealth Perks: Choose from a variety of health-related perks including medical cash plan, critical illness cover, life assurance, gym and fitness discounts, dental insurance, eye care, and health screening to maintain your wellbeing.Travel Perks: Take advantage of our season ticket loan, cycle to work schemes, electric car schemes, and discounts on home charging units to support eco-friendly commuting.Flexible Working: We offer hybrid working and flexible working hours, allowing you to start your day earlier or later to help with commute costs or personal commitments.Chance to join our Charity, D&I and Sustainability employee networks.As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive culture across our business, stores, and office environment.We warmly welcome your application.