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Summary Inspiring individuality with innovative craftmanship since 1966, creativity lies at the heart of Bottega Veneta. Born in Vicenza, the house is rooted in Italian culture yet maintains a global outlook. An inclusive brand with exclusive products, Bottega Veneta is as much of a feeling as it is an aesthetic. Job Description We are currently seeking a Senior Planning Manager who will report to the Senior Vice-President of Merchandising & Wholesale, as part of our dynamic team in New York. The Senior Planning Manager will be responsible for driving an optimal merchandising & inventory control management across various channel (Direct Operating Stores, Outlets and Wholesale) aligned with the brand sales strategy and with financial objectives. How you will contribute: Strategic Insights * Partner with the SVP of Merchandising & Wholesale to shape Americas merchandising and wholesale strategies by analyzing product performance and key trends (sales, margin, sell-through, and inventory levels) to maximize profitability and achieve the brand’s sales objectives. * Ensure regional demand is supported by appropriate inventory levels and provide actionable insights that enable effective business decisions. * Identify and communicate potential business risks and opportunities based on historical data, market dynamics, product performance, and the brand’s strategy and business plans. Analytics & Reporting * Develop weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting tools that deliver relevant analytics and actionable insights, providing stakeholders and store teams with a clear understanding of business performance. * Lead replenishment reporting and monthly forecasting to ensure each account maintains appropriate inventory levels. * Define, validate, and monitor Open-to-Buy budgets throughout the season in accordance with company guidelines. * Optimize Never-Out-Of-Stock inventory depth. Cross-functional partnerships * Partner with Regional Merchandising Managers and Account Executives throughout the season to execute regional plans and optimize inventory across all channels (DOS, outlets, and wholesale accounts). * Collaborate with Finance and Inventory Control teams to align sales forecasts, inventory investments, and Open-to-Buy budgets with financial targets and inventory objectives. * Develop strong partnership with HQ partners to maximize product opportunity. * Consolidate business information from local and global departments to guide and challenge strategic decisions throughout the product lifecycle, from collection planning and Open-to-Buy to pre-season, in-season, and markdown management. * Manage and develop one Merchandise Planner, providing clear direction, ongoing coaching, and support to ensure strong individual and business performance. Who you are: * Minimum of 8 years' work experience in merchandising/buying, financial inventory control, demand planning in luxury retail * Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field or a combination of education and equivalent work experience * Experience in using analytical tools/system * Strong analytical skills and numerical sense with excellent excel application skills and attention to details * Strong communication, leadership and management skills with ability to collaborate with many stakeholders from different departments and regions * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment * Positive, collaborative, embracing changes with problem solving attitude * Experience in store is a plus New York Salary Range: Annual base salary range of $125,000 - $135,000 (plus discretionary bonus) Why work with us? This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering adventure and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment. Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background. EOE MDFV Job Type Regular Start Date 2026-09-07 Schedule Full time Organization Bottega Veneta Inc.