GIANLUCA CASNICI

Spearheaded the digital transformation of core Planning processes, replacing manual Excel-based workflows with automated, data-driven tools to significantly cut effort and accelerate decision-making.

Developed an automated demand-planning tool that generates precise buy forecasts across all apparel lines, enhancing accuracy and foresight for production planning.

Drove predictive and simulation-based use cases across sourcing, allocation, costing, and quality risk, collaborating with IT and business stakeholders to optimize strategic outcomes.

Mapped and documented complex Supply Chain processes to identify critical digital improvement opportunities, translating intricate business needs into practical, scalable solutions.

Supported comprehensive change management and adoption of new digital tools across business teams, ensuring seamless alignment and fostering continuous improvement in operational practices.

Ensured full operational visibility across all Guess apparel lines through advanced analytical tools and reporting, covering ~13,000 styles and ~50M units per year to inform strategic decisions.

Served as a dedicated analytical partner to the SVP of Supply Chain, supporting strategic decisions on vendor allocation, sourcing strategy, duties impact, and tariff exposure.

Designed and managed the Vendor Scorecard, a KPI framework evaluating 140 vendors across six critical dimensions, significantly driving allocation and vendor phase-in/phase-out decisions.

Led the initial development and subsequent ownership of a Power BI Supply Chain analytics portal as Project Manager, coordinating external consultants and centralizing Planning, Sourcing, Procurement, Logistics, Inventory, Quality Control, Vendor Base, and Sustainability data.

Facilitated allocation strategy meetings with Supply Chain stakeholders, dynamically adapting vendor allocation based on performance analysis and prevailing economic conditions.

Developed and executed the yearly Capacity Plan, optimizing production capacity at vendors to align with demand levels and effectively mitigate bottlenecks.

Supported end-to-end Supply Chain planning across all apparel lines, encompassing vendor allocation, production monitoring, delivery follow-up, and performance reporting.

Monitored supplier performance and production progress, proactively identifying issues and escalating them to ensure timely execution and mitigate potential delays.

Managed procurement of finished and semi-finished goods for the global Marciano line, coordinating 23 suppliers across Far East and Europe to optimize supply chain flow.

Issued and diligently followed up on Sample, TOP Sample, and Bulk Purchase Orders, ensuring precise timing alignment, data accuracy, and on-time execution.

Developed the Buy Calendar, overseeing the reservation of production or fabric, and integrating Time & Action plans based on critical information from Sourcing and Planning Departments.

Collaborated closely with Product Development, Buying, Raw Materials, Quality Control, and Logistics teams to ensure seamless and efficient production flow.

Maintained accurate product data and developed custom Excel tools to streamline reporting and style allocation processes across prototype and SMS stages for Product Development teams.