We are currently seeking a Regional Samples Planning Coordinator who will report to the VP of Sales Operations as part based out in Bridgewater, New Jersey.

Your opportunity
Manage the regional samples process in a comprehensive, innovative, timely and accurate fashion. Work along with supply chain, planning and logistics (Regional and Headquarter) to deliver service excellence. Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
 

How you will contribute

• Own the regional samples and selling tools budgets
• Own the entire samples process and policy at regional level
• Be responsible for samples-related KPIs 
• Manage the entire samples order portfolio
• Maintain and cross-functionally enforce samples calendars at regional level
• Manage the samples delivery flow by liaising directly with planning, logistics and internal customer while acting 
• As first point of escalation in the event of any query/issue
• Analyze and coordinate quarterly core assortment reviews and samples recalls 
• Coordinate and manage annual samples inventory with brand ambassadors and showrooms
• Supervise samples returns in compliance with agreed procedures
• Supervise samples transfers between brand ambassadors and showrooms
• Support regional sales events and showrooms from ensuring completeness and on time delivery of samples to samples requests from sales team, event set preparation and coordination of event logistics
• Own and manage the samples set warehouse storage location
• Coordinate warehouse and transportation activities related to samples management
• Supervise customer master data ensuring timely maintenance, accuracy, completeness and integrity of all information
• Act as first point of escalation in case of commercial, logistics, product claims related to samples
• Maintain, continuously identify and recommend opportunities for process improvement

Who you are

• 2+ years of work experience preferably in a B2B fashion environment
• Sales support and logistics experience within a controlled environment of advantage
• Experience with SAP implementation and/or use of advantage
• Master degree in Supply Chain or business administration, or equivalent business experience
• Good business knowledge of pre-sales and order-to-cash flows
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with a strong emphasis on Excel 
• Working knowledge of SAP of advantage
• Strong analytical skills
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Collaborative team player
• Decision maker
• Problem solver
• Result-driven 
• Curious and innovative 
• Passionate and enthusiastic

Why work with us?
This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering Eyewear adventure and and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a thriving Company in 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.