KERING China Inventory Revalorization Project Manager

The job, in line with the program scope, covers many aspects and requires skills in different areas:

• Finished Goods Inventory data collection from Inventories systems, reworking through power BI and presentation in an online dashboard
• Dashboard data feeding and continuous improvement (e.g. introduction of sell-thru info)
• Non-Merchandise data collection and follow-up of related clearance initiatives
• Organisation of physical Friends & Family events in China
• Supervision of the online Friends & Family platform in collaboration with Kering Digital
• Identification of local recycling and upcycling partners, management of recycling pilots and progressive capacity ramp-up, in relation with Kering Sustainability and Brands' Sustainability
• Supervision of the physical inventory (old stock) located in the local Distribution Centre plus any potential local satellite warehouse, plus associated movements for all clearing initiatives (F&F events, recycling) and transfers from brands
• Contractual aspects of the collaboration with future partners for all clearing initiatives (F&F events recycling), in collaboration with central and local Legal departments
• Support in the preparation of monthly reporting (Group and Brands)
• Support in the preparation of workshops with Kering and Brands sustainability Departments to follow recycling and upcycling pilots and other initiatives
• Preparation under the supervision of Augeas WW team of Augeas China Business Plan, yearly budget, FC1 and FC2
• Coordination and supervision of monthly HFM reporting

It will include a lot of collaborations:

• Legal & Tax during the set-up phase
• Kering Digital for the F&F set-up
• Kering Sustainability
• Brands' Sustainability
• Brands' Merchandising
• Kering China Logistic team
• Kering China SSC

Required Qualification

The candidate should have 5+ years of experience after graduation and:

• Good understanding of Logistics processes and procedures, previous experience and/or interaction with Inventory Control Department preferred
• Understanding of ERP implementation and understanding of general finance and budgeting, including profit and loss, balance sheet
• Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline and to solve problems creatively
• Excellent analytical skills and solid organizational skills, proactive approach, business acumen and flexibility to quickly adapt to different environment and situations.
• We are looking for somebody proactive with excellent internal communication skills, able to interface autonomously with the other departments (i.e. IT, Warehouse, transport, customer service, etc.)
• Passionate about Sustainability Topics, in particular circular economy applied to the Fashion business
• Excellent verbal, written communication & interpersonal skills
• Very good English (written and spoken) required, Italian or French would be a plus

Why work with us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join the Kering adventure in a moment of extraordinary growth and become part of a thriving team 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.