Junior Merchandise Planner

Junior Merchandise Planner (all genders)BESTSECRET is the leading European online destination for premium and luxury off‑price fashion. The Group offers its members in 27 countries across Europe a superior brand portfolio complemented by a high‑end shopping experience. At the same time, BESTSECRET enables its brand partners to clear overstock at scale with minimum visibility and maximum brand equity protection. The unique business model is based on its closed character with an invitation‑only customer membership, longstanding brand partner and customer relationships, combined with a tech‑focused mindset. BESTSECRET has a strong track record of profitable growth over many years. It generated preliminary revenues of approx. EUR 1,415 million in 2024 and employs around 2,300 people from over 90 nations. The Group draws on a heritage of 100 years in the textile and fashion industry and today is owned by Permira Funds and the founding families Schustermann and Borenstein.We are looking for a Junior Merchandise Planner (m/f/d) to join the BestSecret team, looking after specific departments & categories. This is a permanent role on a full‑time basis with remote working as an option.As an Junior Merchandise Planner (m/f/d) for BestSecret, you will play an integral role in contributing to the overall company strategy, particularly within the Supply business unit that is responsible for the sourcing, procurement and in‑season trading of all products. In strong partnership with your buying counterpart, you will have the joint commercial ownership of a defined part of the business. You will be responsible for defining the financial KPI plan, that is reflective of the business strategy and steer the business against the plan while mitigating unforeseen risks and capturing additional opportunities. Reporting to the Head of Merchandising, you will bring planning excellence and analytical thinking, while successfully navigating the ever‑changing environment of an expanding international business. Flexibility, adaptability, collaboration, critical‑thinking and a commercial mindset will be key to being successful in this role.Your ResponsibilitiesAnalyze sales and stock performance, demonstrate an understanding of key drivers of profit and margin and provide recommendations for actions to help maximize opportunities and limit risk in collaboration with the Merchandise PlannerIndependent responsibility for an assortment sub‑areaDrive weekly open‑to‑buy process to provide transparency and alignment with key stakeholders in a cross‑functional team (Supply, Demand, Logistics). Challenge where necessary to make sure the business is being managed pro‑activelyIn conjunction with your buying counterpart, identify future opportunities, develop assortment strategies, and then execute against themBuild strong and collaborative relationships internally with other business functions and externally with relevant partners to help grow the businessWeekly reporting and forecasting of all relevant KPIsHelp evolve existing planning tools and processes where you see an opportunity to improve and streamline. Propose new ways of thinking or approaching our rapidly evolving business modelParticipate in pricing, promotion and mark‑down decisionYour QualificationsA degree in business administration or comparable business trainingMinimum 2 years professional experience in Merchandise Planning, ideally within an international e‑commerce environmentStrong analytical mindset and experienced in using planning and forecasting tools and systemsExpert in using MS Excel and BI reporting tools and confident using other MS office applicationsEffective communicator – able to communicate messages clearly and concisely to a variety of audiencesAble to work autonomously, results oriented and able to “think outside of the box”Solution orientated with an entrepreneurial attitudeFluent written and spoken business EnglishDesire to have fun at work and an appreciation for productAt BESTSECRET, diversity isn’t just a trend – it’s our professional philosophy. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive workplace where everyone’s unique talents and backgrounds are celebrated. Applicants from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are welcome to join us in our mission towards a more vibrant and inclusive future.#J-18808-Ljbffr