Distribution Planner
Richemont – Distribution Planner in Villars‑sur‑Glâne, Switzerland. Responsible for inventory allocation, demand forecasting and distribution optimisation.
Overview
Richemont is a Swiss-based luxury goods group that houses a portfolio of prestigious maisons across jewelry, watches, leather goods and writing instruments. Renowned for artisanal craftsmanship and heritage brands such as Cartier and Montblanc, Richemont combines global retail and wholesale distribution with an emphasis on preservation of brand identity and selective customer experiences.
Role & Responsibilities
- Define and execute inventory allocation across wholesale, retail and e‑commerce channels to maximize availability and minimize excess stock.
- Build short‑ and mid‑term demand forecasts and translate sales plans into replenishment and transfer recommendations.
- Collaborate with Merchandise, Wholesale, Retail Operations and Logistics to align stock movements with promotional calendars and product launches.
- Monitor and analyse distribution KPIs (fill rate, stock turns, ageing, OTB) and produce regular performance reporting for stakeholders.
- Manage stock transfer planning, safety stock parameters and replenishment rules within the ERP/OMS environment.
- Identify and implement optimisation opportunities (network allocation, replenishment logic, transportation trade‑offs).
- Support S&OP cycles and contribute actionable scenarios to balance service levels and inventory investment.
- Ensure data integrity for SKU/location master data and maintain governance for distribution-related processes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering or equivalent; Master's degree advantageous.
- Proven experience in distribution planning, inventory allocation or demand planning within retail or luxury goods.
- Strong analytical and quantitative capability with a track record of translating data into operational decisions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with commercial and operations teams across multiple geographies.
- Fluent business-level reporting and presentation skills; strong attention to detail and process orientation.
Skills
Experience
Typically 3–5 years of hands‑on experience in distribution planning, inventory allocation or demand planning within retail, wholesale or luxury sectors; experience with omnichannel distribution and international logistics preferred.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering or equivalent; Master's degree advantageous.
Culture
The Richemont workplace values craftsmanship, long-term brand stewardship and cross-disciplinary collaboration across its maisons. Teams operate with a blend of entrepreneurial drive and respect for heritage, prioritizing quality, client experience and sustainable practices.