Hong Kong, China
Assistant Planner, Commodities
What you'll be doing?
As an Assistant Planner, you will be a pivotal member of our Merchandising and Planning teams, actively contributing to the enhancement of operational efficiency and category collaboration.
Your role will involve:
- Spearheading initiatives to streamline processes and implement innovative solutions.
- Collaborating with brand teams to manage promotions, margins, orders, and inventory effectively.
- Utilizing Microsoft Power Automate to optimize workflows and improve data management.
Key Responsibilities:
Process Improvement & Innovation:
- Drive continuous process improvements, leveraging Microsoft Power Automate for workflow automation.
- Participate in projects aimed at enhancing category performance and cross-functional collaboration.
- Implement open-minded approaches to problem-solving, fostering a culture of innovation and efficiency.
Operational Excellence:
- Oversee the management of purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
- Coordinate with brand partners and the DFS logistics team to maintain seamless operations.
- Support pricing strategies, particularly for monthly promotional activities, through meticulous planning and system updates.
- Facilitate vendor support agreements from creation to execution, maintaining strong relationships with brand partners.
Data & Analytics:
- Maintain and analyze category reports to inform strategic decisions.
- Manage return logistics and address merchandising challenges with data-driven insights.
Ad-Hoc & Improvement Projects:
- Contribute to ad-hoc tasks and projects with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
Ideal Candidate
- Holds a university degree in a related field.
- Brings previous experience in merchandising and/or planning (preferred).
- Demonstrates proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Power Automate.
- Exhibits strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Is detail-oriented, analytical, and action-driven.
- Maintains a customer-focused attitude and excels in interpersonal communication.