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Merchandise Planner
Planner (Open Position) – Ralph Lauren Corporation
Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE: RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing, and distribution of premium lifestyle products spanning five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For over 50 years, the brand has maintained a consistent reputation through an expanding portfolio of products, brands (such as Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Chaps), and international markets, establishing itself as one of the world’s most recognized consumer brand families.
At Ralph Lauren, belonging, inclusivity, and fairness are central to our culture. We promote an environment of inclusion through:
- Talent, Education & Communication
- Employee Groups
- Celebration
About the Role
This Planner position drives departmental performance through commercial analysis, financial planning, forecasting, and inventory management. The role requires cross-functional collaboration to implement strategy and achieve key business KPIs.
Key Responsibilities
Operation & Financial Leadership
- Critically analyses trade reports, applying expertise to influence forecasting, promotional planning, and markdown decisions (MD Planning)
- Shapes trade actions that drive division/channel performance
- Optimises line card processes and communicates impacts on department KPIs to stakeholders
- Ensures KPI opportunities are maximised while minimising risks via successful WSSI (Weekly Sales & Stock Planning) management
- Translates long-term sales plans into actionable department KPIs
- Oversees inventory management, collaborating cross-functionally to reach end-of-season stock targets and average cost turns
- Uses hindsight assessment to build robust financial foundations for strategy planning
- Partners with buying equivalents to formulate department strategy while assessing risks and solutions
- Owns OTB (Opening To Buy) processes, aligning buying strategies to meet KPIs in dynamic, opportunistic ways
- Manages seasonal markdowns and ensures store communication
- Prioritises tasks efficiently and sets departmental objectives
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Commercial Awareness
- Leverages brand positioning and market trends to shape future strategies
- conducts store visits and competitor reviews
Team Development & Leadership
- Adopts a positive, proactive approach to training and development for themselves and peers
- Collaborates on cross-functional projects and process improvements
- Coaches and mentors team members to build skills and effectiveness
- Conducts regular team performance reviews
- Participates in company initiatives while prioritising team wellness and psychological safety
- Carries the confidence to lead a team and delegate tasks effectively
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Communications & Partners
- Builds and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders
- Collaborates with stakeholders on strategies and business goals
Requirements & Skills
- Strong analytical mindset, with experience in planning, forecasting, and BI reporting tools
- Excellent communication skills—clear, adaptable, and influential with diverse audiences
- Ability to work autonomously, be results-driven, and think creatively
- Demonstrates logical problem-solving and entrepreneurial thinking
- Organised, highly time-managed to meet deadlines under pressure
- Comfortable with respectful dispute resolution and constructive feedback exchanges
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and keen attention to detail
- Resilient and completely positive under challenging circumstances
- Recognises and praises good work, sets a positive example, and desires to mentor juniors
- Enjoys their work with an appreciation for the brands and products
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