Supply & Demand Manager, Franchise

The Merchandising function is to meet and create customer & consumer demand through product offer optimization and activation. As a Supply & Demand Manager, you will lead and support dynamic franchisee merchandising teams to drive efficient markets demand fulfilment, spurring sales growth.
You will guide demand planning, based on supply dynamics, manage stock levels, reduction cost and purchasing, and shape buying methods. Additionally, you will integrate markets insights globally and strategize stock management, aligning with purchasing tactics.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide rolling update on forecast and deviation from plan on region and market level (short, mid & long term) to high light potential action needs such as buying or stock activation.
Accountable for execution and outcome of the buying methods, (% buying).
Influence and execute the global product strategy from Business Units and Global Merchandising,
Optimize regional commercial product offerings for all available channels, both short and long term.
Provide guidance, support, and ongoing training to ensure the franchisee teams meet or exceed performance targets.

Qualifications
To be successful in the role as Supply & Demand Manager, we see that you have deep understanding of buying and planning and can understand stock management strategies and practices. We also believe that you have analytical skills with a structured way of working. In addition, you have high level of salesmanship with a collaborative mindset.
What you need to succeed:
University degree, preferably in Business, Economics/Finance or similar.
3-5 year’s experience in merchandising, stock management, buying or planning, preferably experience from both retail and digital.
Previous formal or informal leadership experience.
Ability to travel abroad several times per year.
Advanced Excel user and programming skills are meriting.
Good communication skills, with fluency in written and spoken English.

Additional information
This is a fulltime permanent position based in our office in Stockholm, Sweden. You will report to the OMNI Head of Merchandising Franchise,Yannick Delherbe. Apply by sending in your CV in English (no need for cover letter) as soon as possible. Due to data policies, we only accept applications through the career page.
Inclusion and Diversity
H&M is a part of H&M Group. At H&M Group, we’re determined to create and maintain inclusive, diverse and equitable workplaces throughout our organization. Our teams should consist of a variety of people that share and combine their knowledge, experience and ideas. Having a diverse workforce leads to a positive impact on how we address challenges, on what we perceive possible and on how we choose to relate to our colleagues and customers all over the world. Hence all diversity dimensions are taken into consideration in our recruitment process.
We strive to have a fair and equal process and therefore kindly ask you not to attach a cover letter in your application as they often contain information that easily can trigger unintentional biases.
Company Description
H&M is a fashion brand that offers the latest styles and inspiration, from fashion pieces and unique designer collaborations to affordable wardrobe essentials. Our business idea is fashion & quality at the best price in a sustainable way. Learn more about H&M here.