Director of Planning , EMEA
Skims
London, UK
Posted on Mar 25, 2026
SKIMS is a solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear, shapewear, and essentials. We are setting new standards by delivering technically innovative, comfort-driven products with elevated design for everybody.
At the intersection of culture, innovation, and commerce, SKIMS is a global brand redefining modern apparel. Our teams are built on creativity, collaboration, and operational excellence, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment where ambitious, curious, and values-driven individuals can do the best work of their careers.
As we continue to scale globally, our HQ teams play a critical role in shaping strategy, building world-class infrastructure, and driving sustainable growth across markets.
We are seeking a Director of Planning, EMEA to lead regional financial and merchandise planning across all channels in the EMEA region. This role will be responsible for owning the EMEA top-line and bottom-line planning strategy, driving disciplined forecasting, inventory management, and long-range planning to support retail, wholesale, franchising and e-commerce growth.
We are seeking a Director of Planning, EMEA to lead regional financial and merchandise planning across all channels in the EMEA region. This role will be responsible for owning the EMEA top-line and bottom-line planning strategy, driving disciplined forecasting, inventory management, and long-range planning to support retail, wholesale, franchising and e-commerce growth.
This is a highly strategic leadership role for a commercially minded planner with deep international experience and a strong ability to operate at both regional and global levels.
Key Responsibilities
Regional Planning Leadership
- Own and lead the EMEA planning function across retail, concessions, e-commerce, wholesale and franchising channels.
- Develop and manage regional financial plans, including topline, margin, inventory, and OTB by market and channel.
- Partner with Global Planning to align EMEA plans with enterprise financial targets and long-range strategy.
Forecasting & Performance Management
- Lead seasonal and in-season forecasting, reforecasting, and scenario planning for the region.
- Own weekly and monthly performance reviews, providing clear insights on risks, opportunities, and corrective actions.
- Drive disciplined inventory management, including depth, flow, and regional stock allocation.
Strategic Growth & Market Expansion
- Partner closely with Regional Leadership on new market entry, store openings, and flagship planning (e.g., UK, EU, Middle East).
- Build robust pre- and post-launch financial models for new doors, markets, and channels.
- Support long-range planning (3–5 year horizon) for EMEA growth, headcount, and infrastructure.
Cross-Functional Partnership
- Act as a core business partner to Merchandising, Trading, Finance, Retail Ops, E-Commerce, and Supply Chain.
- Influence key decisions on assortment architecture, pricing strategy, promotional cadence, and inventory investment.
- Partner with Finance on budgets, forecasts, and regional P&L ownership.
Team Leadership & Capability Building
- Build, lead, and develop the EMEA Planning team as the region scales.
- Establish planning processes, cadence, and best practices tailored to international markets.
- Mentor senior planners and managers, building a strong internal pipeline of talent.
Reporting & Executive Communication
- Own EMEA planning reporting for executive leadership, including weekly trade, monthly close, and long-range planning decks.
- Present clearly and confidently to senior leadership on regional performance and strategic recommendations.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- 12–15+ years of experience in merchandise planning, financial planning, or commercial planning within fashion, apparel, or consumer retail.
- Proven Director-level experience leading planning for multi-market or international regions (EMEA strongly preferred).
- Deep expertise in OTB, forecasting, inventory management, and margin optimization.
- Strong understanding of omnichannel planning (retail, e-commerce, wholesale).
- Advanced financial and analytical skills; highly proficient in Excel and planning systems (Anaplan, SAP, or similar).
- Experience building and scaling regional planning teams in a high-growth environment.
Attributes for Success
- Highly commercial, strategic, and data-driven.
- Strong business partner with the ability to influence at senior levels.
- Comfortable operating in ambiguity and rapid international growth.
- Detail-oriented with strong financial rigor.
- Passion for building scalable planning organizations and driving profitable grow
Benefits, Culture and Perks
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