Assistant Planner

 POSITION: Assistant Planner, Intimates

Job Number: 042N4

BRAND: Victoria’s Secret International 

LOCATION: Bengaluru, India 

REPORTING: Reports to Planning Manager 

DESCRIPTION: The Assistant Planner – Intimates will be assisting in the creation SKU level product and 

inventory plans by partner for Victoria’s Secret Global (VSG). The Associate Planner will 

provide retail sales analysis, insights, and recommendations to maximize sales and 

profitability for VSG and our partners. This position will work as a member of a global team 

operating in multiple countries and time zones. Position will be required to work from 

12:30pm-9:30pm IST. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:  Aiding the creation of SKU level product and inventory plans for the intimates 

category by region/country to achieve topline financial targets. 

 Executes key planning processes related to buys and in season management (PO's, 

partner allocations, etc.). 

 Partner with cross functional teams (Merchandising, Operations, etc.) to achieve both 

financial and merchandising objectives. 

 Identify product opportunities and recommend adjustment of shipment receipts and 

flow based on sales performance. 

 Assist in the management of receipts and POs across multiple DC’s. 

 Prepare key inventory and sales reports to support Merchandise Planning Committee 

meeting (MPC) and other management meetings. 

 EXPERIENCE:  1-2 years corporate retail experience 

 Excellent retail math and analytical skills 

 Excellent organizational, prioritization and problem-solving skills 

 Works well under pressure 

 Thrives in a fast-paced environment 

 Team Player 

 Ability to drive results through strong attention to detail and accurate and effective 

communication 

 Excellent Excel skills, ability to use excel to analyze large volumes of data 

 Strong Word and PowerPoint 

 International experience a plus 

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree or greater required