Merchandise Planning Specialist (Retail, Copenhagen)

Job summary

This role focuses on driving demand-led buying through accurate sell-out forecasting and effective buying decisions. The position is based in Copenhagen and aims to enhance commercial success by supporting global assortment strategy and maximizing market performance.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in demand planning, buying, or allocation
• Experience in the retail or fashion sector
• Strong understanding of statistical forecasting and analytical methods
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or related field (specialization in merchandising, buying, retail, or fashion is advantageous)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with planning software is a plus
• Fluent in English

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain sell-out forecasts at SKU level for production and supply planning
• Conduct weekly analyses of product performance to inform forecasting decisions
• Utilize statistical forecasting models based on demand patterns and industry trends
• Identify risks in forecasts and suggest actions to enhance accuracy
• Implement cluster buying strategies in line with global assortment guidelines
• Collaborate with Merchants to define launch volumes for new products
• Participate in market Q-GBRs to refine forecasts for collections and key markets
• Support Range Framework initiatives and manage tools for Inventory and Allocation teams
• Propose and coordinate process improvements and standardizations across stakeholders

Skills

• Highly analytical with strong quantitative problem-solving abilities
• Capable of translating complex analyses into clear insights
• Commercially driven with a focus on value creation and growth
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills
• Adaptable and innovative in a dynamic environment

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or similar field

Tools

• Microsoft Office; experience with planning software is a plus