Planner, Buying and Planning, icebreaker & Smartwool

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This position is responsible of buying, delivery, allocation, sell-out analysis with weekly replenishment across channels to maximize inventory efficiency. This position provides strategic oversight and directions in e-commerce, retail and wholesale buying activities in China market. This position is responsible for ensuring smooth implementation and long-term adoption of the best practices. Key Result Areas: Working with the demand planning team and merchandising team, the Planner, Planning and Buying is responsible for: 1, Business Process • Contribute to the brand business growth, executive strategy and seasonal targets. • Run the Demand/Supply Planning & Inventory Planning processes for China & APAC Distributors • Have a vision of the long-term pressures on the business and build strategies in advance to combat the pressures. • Own the China & APD businesses and provide support for the rest of APAC team. 2, Planning & Buying • Be responsible for seasonal forecast at style color level, ensure the forecast sits within the financial plan. • Propose the buy plan for B&M stores following category seasonal product strategy and validate with leadership. • Reviewing and analyzing…