Merchandising Planner

Location: Maserà di Padova

Dainese is the global leader in protective equipment and apparel of excellence for motorcycling and dynamic sports. Headquartered in Vicenza, Italy, the company has a presence in EMEA, APAC and the Americas. Dainese owns three prestigious brands - Dainese, AGV and TCX - which are synonymous with innovation and technical excellence. It is present in 96 countries through a consolidated network of wholesale partners, 45 mono-brand shops and a direct e-commerce channel.
We're looking for a talented and motivated Merchandising Planner to join our Category Management Department – MOTO. Reporting directly to the Category Manager, you will be responsible for:
Commercial performance monitoring: structured analysis of sell-in and sell-out performance across all sales channels, providing collection and synthesis of qualitative and quantitative feedback to support strategic decisions
Distribution network optimization: network mapping and segmentation, to define targeted merchandising strategies for homogeneous clusters of points of sale (doors) in line with commercial potential and brand identity
Contribution for the collection development: active participation in all phases of the collection development process, providing insights and strategic contributions to ensure a product range consistent with the needs of different channels and markets
Definition of the Master Catalogue for Customer Clusters: creation of the ideal catalogue for each customer segment in order to maximise sell-out and enhancing the offer
Product life cycle management: definition and implementation of commercial exit strategies for end-of-cycle products, with the aim of optimising stock and preserving profitability.
REQUIREMENTS
Degree in Economics or a related field
2/5 years of previous experience in the role in structured international companies
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Power Point
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Fluent in English.
NICE TO HAVE
Passion for dynamic sports.