Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances. For 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Ralph Lauren Collection, Double RL, Polo Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children’s, Ralph Lauren Home, Lauren Ralph Lauren, RLX, American Living, Chaps and Club Monaco, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

Position Overview Manage functions of distribution and retail analysis for Direct to Consumer. Execute and replenish distribution plans that support the financial objectives of the assigned division.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Inventory Management

• Ensure the financial success of one or more departments by meeting or exceeding sales, gross margin, gross margin return on investment (GMROI) and inventory turn goals
• Utilize current systems to monitor basic and fashion allocations to support financial goals
• Develop and implement allocation strategies for seasonal product and peak selling periods that support style selling trends and optimize available inventory
• Maintain accurate unit forecasting by department and division by utilizing the Unit Distribution Forecast tool
• Ensure inventory levels support style/color/size and APS goals
• Recommend buy quantities based off of APS and WOS. Collaborate to determine minimum/maximum quantities for lower volume stores - Preseason/In-season
• Manage inventory flow, store capacities, new store goals, repurpose and space allocation/fixture projects
• Maintain style and fixture minimums and maximums provided by Buying and Brand Presentation
• Adjust allocations strategies accordingly and execute action plans based off business climate
• Manage seasonal inventory appropriately to achieve "zero out" dates
• GFE+ entry of size projections, and prepacks.
• Ensure product flow to stores maintain proper in-stock levels.

Store and Product Analysis/Forecasting

• Analyze and recap style/color/size selling trends across the various store attribute filters (destination, climate, alpha, district) pre and postseason
• Generate store reports weekly and monthly (including: in stock report, key item recaps, etc) and make recommendations based on analysis
• Create appropriate size breaks by product category to support selling
• GFE+ entry of sized-projections, and pre-packs
• Participate in distribution meetings, business reviews, product reviews, store visits and other business meetings as needed

Talent Management

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the cross-functional team (Planning, Buying, Brand Presentation, Distribution Center, etc.)
• Communicate with peers to ensure consistency of information; share best practices and develop systems knowledge
• Responsible for continuous education on various tools and core competencies in relation to development plan
• Prepack optimization

Experience, Skills & Knowledge Systems & Tools

• Computer proficient with knowledge of Microsoft programs
• Ability to quickly learn technical applications.
• GFE+
• JDA Allocation

Education

• Bachelor’s (B.A. or B.S.)

Required Skills

• Proficient in retail math
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates strong listening, written and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and accurate
• Able to develop and maintain effective cross-functional relationships

Ralph Lauren is a leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances.