Lee Rauch

Senior Sales Planning Manager @Caleres Europe Limited

Milton Keynes, GB

In my role as Senior Sales Planning Manager, I oversee sales planning and inventory strategy across an expanded portfolio of brands within Caleres Europe. My remit has grown to include leadership of a larger team and full ownership of partnerships with retail discounters to drive closeout stock strategies and maximise recovery opportunities.I deliver impact by: • Creating detailed seasonal sales plans and product assortments for Ecom/marketplace, wholesale, and EU distributor channels, working closely with our European Sales Team. • Driving in-season sales opportunities to boost profitability and support commercial targets. • Managing forecasting and inventory strategies to optimise stock levels, improve stock turns, and unlock efficiencies across markets. • Leading closeout stock planning and execution, building strong relationships with retail discounters. • Guiding and developing my team to align on strategic goals and deliver best-in-class planning.This role blends strategic oversight with hands-on leadership — ensuring we hit sales targets, manage stock effectively, and position our brands for growth across diverse markets.

Rudolf Steiner School

7 GCSE's