Purpose & Overall Relevance For The Organisation
This role is pivotal in shaping the seasonal buy and inventory strategy for adidas' Fashion wholesale accounts. As a Wholesale Planner, you'll ensure the right product is available at the right time by managing order books, monitoring sell-through, and driving in-season adjustments. Your work will directly impact sales performance, customer satisfaction, and the growth of the Fashion channel within the wider adidas business.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Forecasting Analytics
* Monitor weekly sell-through, weeks-of-cover, and stock flow to identify risks and opportunities.
* Partner with Sales and Customer Service to review and manage the Fashion Order Book.
* Support in-season adjustments such as funding requests, cancellations, and replenishment decisions.
* Deliver clear, actionable recommendations to maximize in-season performance.
* Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports on business performance by category and account.
Forecasting & Planning
* Own seasonal buy planning and contribute to financial forecasting processes.
* Manage Open-to-Buy (OTB) and ensure alignment with business KPIs.
* Support Go-to-Market planning through forecast inputs and customer financial reporting.
* Collaborate with global and local teams to align long-term planning with market dynamics.
Reporting & Insights
* Provide ad-hoc reporting tailored to the Fashion channel and customer needs.
* Translate retail and sales data into actionable insights for internal and external stakeholders.
* Build professional presentation materials for QBRs and T2T meetings.
Key Relationships
Internal
* Director Fashion, Senior Manager Fashion, Account Managers
* Wholesale Planners
* Supply Chain / OBF
* Sales Operations
* Finance
* Customer Service
* Marketing Operations
* Product & Category Teams
External
* Merchandising & Planning teams within the Fashion account portfolio
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills; SAP and BI tool experience a plus.
* Strong analytical mindset with experience in inventory planning and OTB management.
* Solid understanding of retail math and sell-through analysis, with the ability to turn data into strategy.
* Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize under pressure with keen attention to detail.
* Confident communicator, skilled at presenting insights to managers, peers, and external partners.
* Collaborative team player with a proven ability to build strong relationships across functions and with clients.
* Positive, proactive attitude that supports a high-performance culture.
Requisite Education & Experience / Minimum Qualifications
* Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred (or equivalent practical experience).
* Proven experience in wholesale planning, inventory management, retail operations, or financial forecasting.
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