Manager Planning Operations

Ref #

W181541

State/Region

New York

Department

Merchandising & Planning

Location

United States

City

New York

Pay Range: The pay range for this job is $65000 - $129225 annually; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location.

Benefits: Base pay is only one part of our employee value proposition, which includes a robust benefits package, above-market time off, hybrid working arrangements, incentive compensation, where applicable, and varied learning opportunities.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 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, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Planning Operations Manager will be responsible for managing wholesale inventory, supply vs demand analysis, and operational excellence for Ralph Lauren's North America wholesale business across Children's, Footwear, and Accessories categories. This role focuses on maximizing inventory efficiency, achieving fill rate targets, and maintaining optimal sizing strategies while working closely with cross-functional partners to drive business performance and operational excellence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage wholesale inventory levels across Children's, Footwear, and Accessories categories
• Conduct comprehensive supply vs demand analysis and implement action plans to optimize inventory positioning
• Monitor and maintain sizing strategies to minimize excess inventory
• Partner with Production teams to ensure proper inventory flow and targeted ownership levels to achieve fill rate targets and business objectives
• Track key performance metrics and prepare weekly and quarterly performance reports for senior management
• Analyze inventory, identify risks and opportunities, and develop strategic recommendations
• Collaborate with Account Planning, Regional Merchandising, Production and Account Services to ensure accuracy of bookings
• Identify and execute opportunities to improve operational processes and inventory management
• Drive continuous improvement in fill rate performance and inventory productivity

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Experience in retail planning, inventory management, or wholesale operations
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills. Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Excel proficiency required, including PivotTables, VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs

Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws. Please note background checks will be evaluated individually.