About this role
Assistant Distribution Manager Position
This position is responsible for leading distribution planning across boutiques and channels to optimize inventory deployment and achieve target service levels aligned with business objectives. Acting as a strategic partner to Supply Chain, Merchandising, Retail, and Central teams, the role provides data-driven insights and recommendations based on inventory performance, sales trends, and operational risks. The role also includes developing the Distribution Planning team, driving continuous improvement initiatives, supporting key business decisions, and maintaining direct ownership of distribution planning for one or two product categories.
Job responsibilities
Distribution Strategy & Inventory Management Define and continuously optimize target stock levels for boutiques, e-commerce, and markets to achieve service level and sales objectives Lead inventory deployment and replenishment strategies in alignment with business priorities, sales forecasts, and stock availability Anticipate stock risks proactively and implement mitigation actions for shortages, excess inventory, and allocation imbalances Identify and drive product rebalancing opportunities across the distribution network to maximize sell-through and inventory productivity Oversee stock transfers, reversals, and stock building plans for commercial events, launches, and new store openings Develop and execute end-of-life and markdown inventory strategies in collaboration with Merchandising and Retail teams
Team Management & Leadership Manage and mentor Distribution Planning team members to ensure operational excellence and capability development Set team priorities and monitor workload distribution to ensure timely execution and business support Foster a collaborative and performance-driven team environment Provide coaching and guidance to team members on analytical problem-solving and operational decision-making
Business Partnership & Reporting Act as a key contact for boutiques and cross-functional stakeholders regarding distribution and inventory-related topics Deliver insightful analysis and strategic recommendations to management to support business decisions Monitor KPIs related to stock health, service level, transfers, and inventory efficiency, and communicate key findings to stakeholders Lead ad-hoc analysis and reporting requests for local and regional management teams Collaborate closely with Central, Regional, Retail, Merchandising, and Supply Chain teams to improve operational efficiency and process alignment
Continuous Improvement & Projects Lead or participate in Supply Chain transformation and process improvement projects Identify operational inefficiencies and implement sustainable solutions to improve inventory productivity and workflow efficiency Support system enhancement initiatives and reporting automation projects (Excel, Power BI, etc.)
Additional information
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain, Distribution Planning, or related functions Strong experience in retail and/or luxury fashion industry preferred Proven people management and team leadership experience Strong business acumen with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across cross-functional and regional teams Advanced Excel skills required; Power BI knowledge strongly preferred Proficient in English and Korean Occasional travel may be required