Distribution Planner

About Saint Laurent

Established in 1961, Yves Saint Laurent helped reshape luxury fashion by bringing couture into ready-to-wear with the 1966 “Rive Gauche” collection, a move that signaled youth, freedom, and a major shift in the industry. After Kering’s luxury division acquired the house in 1999, Saint Laurent continued to evolve under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello from April 2016 onward. The brand now spans women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, footwear, handbags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties, and eyewear.

Role Overview

The Americas Distribution Planner will be based in Wayne, New Jersey at the distribution center, with occasional flexibility to work from the NYC office. This role focuses on regional allocation and distribution execution across retail and wholesale channels, ensuring inventory moves efficiently, stock levels stay healthy, and commercial opportunities are maximized. The position works closely with Supply Chain, Merchandising, Planning, Retail Operations, Logistics, and broader global teams.

What You Will Do

• Drive allocation and replenishment planning from the regional warehouse to stores across all channels.
• Track sales movement, deliveries, and replenishment demand for both core and seasonal items.
• Improve inventory circulation and stock balance to support sales and business priorities.
• Review, maintain, and challenge target and safety stock levels for permanent product across the region.
• Support seasonal launches through initial allocations, replenishment plans, and buffer stock management.
• Establish and update SKU-by-store target stock levels based on performance and commercial needs.
• Work with Retail, Merchandising, and Planning teams to respond to trends and rebalance allocations.
• Develop strong partnerships with store teams to support product availability and inventory optimization.
• Coordinate with Digital teams on allocation strategies across all channels.
• Oversee regional stock rebalancing and inter-store transfers to improve productivity.
• Manage return and transfer activity while keeping product movement smooth and efficient.
• Track inbound and outbound forecasts to strengthen operational planning.
• Handle exceptions and resolve inventory flow issues quickly.
• Analyze sales results, sell-through, stock coverage, and inventory productivity to guide allocation choices.
• Work with large datasets to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities.
• Build and monitor supply chain and inventory KPIs and translate findings into practical recommendations.
• Partner with Merchandising and Planning to improve reporting and visibility into stock levels and coverage.
• Support forecasting for permanent and seasonal products using sales trends and business changes.
• Provide both quantitative and qualitative analysis to back business decisions and inventory strategies.
• Coordinate with central Supply Chain teams on allocation priorities and special distribution requirements.
• Join weekly meetings with regional Kering Group Operations teams to align on business direction.
• Maintain clear communication with Supply Chain, Logistics, Retail Operations, Merchandising, and Planning stakeholders.
• Share inventory risks, opportunities, and action plans with key partners.

Candidate Profile

• At least 3 years of experience in allocation, distribution planning, inventory planning, or supply chain analysis.
• Experience in luxury retail or fashion is preferred.
• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• Strong analytical and organizational ability, with comfort managing several priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Advanced Excel capability is required; Power BI or Tableau is a plus.
• Experience using ERP and WMS platforms such as SAP, JDA, Manhattan, or similar systems.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well across functions.
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset and flexibility in a rapidly changing environment.
• Fluency in English is required; Spanish or French is an advantage.

Compensation and Benefits

The estimated base pay for this role is $100,000 to $110,000, plus bonus eligibility. The benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability, multiple paid time off programs, employee discount/perks, and a retirement plan with employer contributions.

Equal Opportunity and Additional Information

Saint Laurent is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation. This is a regular full-time position within YSL America Holding Inc. The expected start date is July 12, 2026.