inventory planning manager

Roop Vatika

About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced Inventory Planning &amp; Liquidation Manager who can manage overall inventory health, optimize stock levels, and handle liquidation planning for slow-moving or excess inventory. The role requires strong analytical and planning skills to balance availability, cost, and profitability.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Plan and manage inventory levels as per sales and business forecasts.</li><li>Track and analyze inventory performance &mdash; sell-through, ageing, and stock turns.</li><li>Create and execute liquidation and markdown plans for non-moving stock.</li><li>Collaborate with merchandising, finance, and supply chain teams for demand planning.</li><li>Optimize inventory allocation across stores, regions, or channels.</li><li>Prepare regular reports on inventory health and performance metrics.</li><li>Identify opportunities to reduce excess stock and improve working capital.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Graduate or Postgraduate in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.</li><li>5&ndash;8 years of experience in inventory planning, demand forecasting, or merchandise planning.</li><li>Strong knowledge of Excel and inventory management systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).</li><li>Experience in liquidation, markdown, or clearance management.</li><li>Good analytical, communication, and coordination skills.</li></ul>Key SkillsInventory Planning | Demand Forecasting | Liquidation Management | Supply Chain | Merchandising | Excel | ERPJob Type: Full-timePay: &#8377;26,529.58 - &#8377;54,376.86 per monthWork Location: In person

Inventory Planning & Liquidation Manager

<div>Who we are:
GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun &amp; Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.
Role Summary 
To lead the inventory management function for GMGs multi-vertical operations in UAE, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and control from inventory planning through reconciliation and system posting. This role demands deep SAP ERP/EWM knowledge, cross-vertical expertise, and strong leadership capabilities to drive stock integrity across warehouses and retail stores. 
Responsibilities 
Strategic Inventory Planning, Execution &amp; Control:
<ul><li>Design and execute end-to-end inventory strategies tailored to the dynamics of each business segment.
</li></ul>- Define and own the annual/cyclic stock count calendar by vertical - Collaborate with retail ops, warehouse, and finance to align on scope, resources, and readiness for inventory events
- Ensure team readiness, system setup, and pre-count checks are in place. - Standardize inventory best practices across all divisions while adapting workflows for category-specific requirements.
<ul><li>Own and manage physical stock counts (cycle, perpetual, and full counts) ensuring adherence to GMG SOPs
</li><li>Coordinate with external and internal stakeholders for parallel execution across geographies</li><li>Lead variance analysis (shortages/overages), identify trends, and initiate corrective actions
</li><li>Coordinate between stores, DCs, and finance for timely resolution of count discrepancies
</li><li>Govern shrinkage investigations and documentation
</li><li>Ensure reconciled stock is accurately posted in SAP ERP/EWM within defined SLAs
</li><li>Validate that all manual adjustments have proper justification and approvals
</li><li>Deliver post-inventory audit reports and improvement recommendations
</li><li>Cross functional collaboration across BUs Process Management &amp; System Optimization:
</li><li>Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of inventory systems (ERP/WMS) across multiple warehouses and retail channels.
</li><li>Standardize and document inventory control processes across all categories while allowing for necessary customizations.
</li><li>Drive automation and digitization initiatives to enhance inventory visibility, reduce manual errors, and enable real-time stock tracking. Analytics &amp; Reporting:</li><li>Build and manage inventory KPIs: accuracy, shrinkage, aging stock etc.
</li><li>Produce detailed inventory performance dashboards for each business line, identifying trends and proposing corrective actions.
</li><li>Collaborate with Finance for accurate inventory valuation and reconciliation during audits and financial reporting.</li></ul>
SAP ERP &amp; EWM Mastery<ul><li>Own and govern all inventory transactions and flows within SAP
</li></ul>- Monitor real-time inventory updates across SAP ERP/EWM (MM/IM/EWM) - Resolve transaction mismatches (GRNs, STOs, returns, transfers, etc.) and lead system testing for enhancements
<ul><li>Collaborate with IT to improve process automation, system integrity, and error-proofing
</li></ul>BU/Vertical Specific Control
<ul><li>Tailor inventory practices based on the nuances of each business:
</li><li>Sports Retail: SKU-rich environments, launch management, seasonal push-pull flows
</li><li>Supermarkets: Expiry handling, FIFO/FEFO logic, rapid replenishment cycles
</li></ul>- Pharmacy: Regulated items, compliance-led inventory, batch/serial controls - Furniture: Space-bound handling, limited turn inventory, bulky SKUs.
Leadership &amp; Stakeholder Collaboration
- Lead a team of inventory controllers, warehouse supervisors, and audit support staff - Develop team KPIs and continuous improvement targets across functions
<ul><li>Act as the primary liaison for inventory with business heads, finance, audit, compliance, IT, and operations
</li><li>Prepare and present inventory dashboards and control reports to executive leadership</li></ul></div>

Manager - Inventory Control

Red Bull

<div>Company Description 
The Manager of Supply Chain Planning will play a critical role in generating the volume forecast by SKU for RBNA/RBDC and will lead inventory planning in accordance with S&amp;OP guidelines. This individual will collaborate with the Finance team to align on the Financial Sales Plan and serve as a key business partner for Supply Chain Planning and Trade Finance. Additionally, they will perform analyses and present recommendations to the Director of Supply Planning. 
Job Description 
PLANNING
Assist with the collection and entry of data for the Business Plan and Revised Estimate.
Take ownership of the overall execution of Financial Sales Planning.
Lead Inventory Planning across RBNA/RBDC.
Provide forecast proposals to key stakeholders, including clear insights and actionable recommendations. This involves explaining assumptions and trends within the forecast, as well as identifying risks and opportunities related to the operating plan and financial framework during the Executive S&amp;OP meeting.
Develop, monitor, and continuously improve the integrated S&amp;OP process and metrics to meet operational, customer, and financial performance objectives.
S&amp;OP VOLUME FORECAST
Assists in the monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&amp;OP) forecasting cycle, collaborating with senior stakeholders from Trade Finance, Sales, and Operations (both local and headquarters level).
Aligns finished goods inventory and reporting strategies with key business objectives.
Actively engages with and provides consultation to senior leadership in Sales and Operations regarding the planning of portfolio innovation, product discontinuation, and overall performance.
Identifies risks and opportunities in portfolio performance, including potential stock shortages or excess inventory levels.
Supports headquarters in the implementation of new tools and processes to ensure seamless integration.
BUSINESS PARTNESHIP
Serves as the point of contact for business owners and is capable of challenging them when necessary.
Collaborates closely with various stakeholders, maintaining a service-oriented approach while also questioning, providing recommendations, and sharing insights.
Develops scenarios and simulations based on business requirements, evaluating their impact.
Conducts ad hoc calculations and provides insights to support and enhance business performance. 
Qualifications 
7+ years of experience in supply chain-related roles, including production planning, inventory deployment, and demand planning.
Proven analytical, conceptual, and communication skills, both oral and written.
Extensive experience leading teams with varying levels of expertise.
Strong knowledge and expertise in IBP/SAP systems.
Self-motivated team player with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to drive issue resolution.
Lean/Six Sigma qualifications (Green Belt or higher) are considered an advantage.
APICS certification is desirable.
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field, with an undergraduate focus on statistical analysis or engineering. 
Additional Information 
This position is open to U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals who are currently authorized to work in the United States on a valid visa.
The base salary range for this position is $81,120 - $121,680 + cash incentives. Actual salary offers may vary based on work experience. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified.
Our current Benefits include: 
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, 401k Match, Family Leave, PTO &amp; Paid Holiday Schedule, Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement (Benefits listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment and/or work location)<div></div>
Red Bull North America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles&rsquo; Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.</div>

Manager, Supply Chain Planning

Philips Health Systems

Job description:<ul> <li>s ingle point of accountability in International Region for demand and inventory planning, revenue forecasting and delivery, order fulfillment and quality in support of BU Regional Business Leaders and BU Global Integrated Supply Chain Leaders.</li> <li>captures and prioritizes critical requirements of BU specific supply chain strategy to support enterprise goals in International Region, balancing unique innovation with infrastructure leverage across supply chain functions to optimize service, cost of working capital</li> <li>Spearheads regionally focused supply chain management initiatives aimed at achieving specific targets, advocates for cycle time reduction programs across the entire supply chain for a specific BU to enhance responsiveness to fluctuating demand and simultaneously reduces inventory levels </li> <li>Improves forecast accuracy and delivery precision, offers robust functional leadership across the End-To-End process, and bolsters operational planning proficiency at every organizational level, working intimately with regional Sales, Commercial Operations and Customer Project Management teams </li> <li>Critical Performance Indicators include Demand Forecast Accuracy, Revenue Forecast Accuracy, Inventory as a % of Materials Sales, On-time in Full (OTIF), Defects on Arrival (DEFOA), Order Cycle Time </li> <li>Offers guidance and direction to supply chain managers across diverse operational areas, groups and functions, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and fostering collaboration to optimize supply chain management processes </li> </ul> Key performance indicators on this role:<ul> <li>S&amp;OP Revenue Forecast Accuracy 2-5% bias</li> <li>Inventory: MAT as % of sales/Absolute Inventory (mE)</li> <li>Unhealthy Inventory (mE)</li> <li>On-Time-in-Full (Fulfillment metric) in %</li> <li>Mix Forecast Accuracy (%) Demand</li> <li>Progression in Strategic/Process Transformation Programs</li> <li>Lead S&amp;OP Deployment (Beyond)</li> <li>Enhance S&amp;OE governance (Tier 3 structure for Revenue and Inventory Outcomes)</li> </ul>

Revenue Planning Leader MR

Chalhoub Group

<div>INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT
For over seven decades, Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East. In its pursuit to excel as a hybrid luxury retailer, the Group has curated a portfolio of over 10 owned brands and strengthened its distribution and marketing expertise for over 400 international names across luxury fashion, beauty, jewellery, watches, eyewear, and art de vivre categories.
Every step at Chalhoub Group is taken to build a future where luxury dreams become reality &mdash; bridging cultures and crafting memorable experiences for our consumers. Be it by constantly reinventing itself, committing to innovation, or embracing new technologies, the Group is shaping the future of luxury retail. It delivers seamless omnichannel experiences across more than 950 stores, online platforms, and mobile apps. Driving this innovation journey is The Greenhouse &mdash; the Group&rsquo;s innovation hub, incubator, and accelerator for startups and emerging businesses, regionally and globally.
Chalhoub Group fosters a people-at-heart culture rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a workplace catalysed by forward thinking and future-proofing. Today, it brings together over 16,000 talented professionals across eight countries in the Middle East, with a presence in LATAM. Their collective efforts have earned the Group the Great Place to Work certification in several markets.
Sustainability is at the core of the Group&rsquo;s strategy, guided by a clear commitment to people, partners, and the planet. Chalhoub Group is proud to be a member of the United Nations Global Compact, a signatory of the Women&rsquo;s Empowerment Principles, and to have pledged to reach Net Zero by 2040. 
What you'll be doing
We are looking for a Merchandising Director to drive our end-to-end Merchandise Planning transformation across the Fashion vertical. This is a pivotal role within our Merchandising community, overseeing our Merchandise strategy and operational excellence across Retail, E-commerce, Distribution/Wholesale, and Marketplaces.
You will lead a large regional team, influence senior stakeholders, partner with logistics and finance, and support the onboarding of new brands as our Fashion portfolio grows. This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a moment of significant growth, technology evolution, and organizational redesign, helping shape the future of planning inside the Group.
Your responsibilities will be to:<ul>
<li>
Define, review, and challenge planning strategies across Fashion sub-verticals to ensure alignment with business priorities.</li>
<li>Drive performance against key KPIs (OTB, stock, ISA, sell-through, DOI, OTIF, fill rates)</li>
<li>Balance planning priorities across channels the different channels: Retail, Wholesale, E-commerce &amp; Marketplaces.</li>
<li>Act as the planning escalation point for VP Planning, ensuring fast and effective decision-making.</li>
<li>Review and challenge OTB, supply plans, markdown &amp; liquidation strategy.</li>
<li>Support S&amp;OP readiness and integrated demand/supply alignment.</li>
<li>Ensure effective inventory, product allocation, and omni-stock management.</li>
<li>Lead adoption of new technologies (SAP + Blue Yonder), governance models &amp; planning best practices</li>
<li>Drive process standardization across markets and brands.</li>
<li>Support planning development as the portfolio grows enabling seamless onboarding of new brands.</li>
<li>Champion continuous improvement, digital integration, and ESG alignment.</li>
<li>Lead, mentor, and develop a community of Merchandisers and Merchandise Managers.</li>
<li>Foster talent mobility, technical upskilling &amp; coaching.</li>
<li>Promote a culture of collaboration, empowerment, and high performance.</li>
</ul>
 What you&rsquo;ll need to succeed<ul>
<li>
10+ years in Merchandising / Demand / Inventory Planning, ideally in Fashion.</li>
<li>Significant experience managing large planning teams.</li>
<li>Strong background in multi-channel environments (Retail, E-com, Marketplaces &amp; Distribution).</li>
<li>Proven track record implementing and/or scaling planning systems: SAP strongly preferred.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to drive planning transformation &amp; process re-design.</li>
<li>Skilled in OTB, forecasting, allocation, replenishment, markdown &amp; exit strategies.</li>
<li>Excellent commercial &amp; financial acumen with ability to interpret KPIs.</li>
<li>Strong stakeholder management and able to influence senior leadership.</li>
<li>Experience managing complex, multi-brand, multi-market environments.</li>
<li>A people-first leader who builds culture, develops talent, and enables change</li>
</ul>
What we can offer you
With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.
We recognize the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.
We Invite All Applicants to Apply
It Takes Diversity Of Thought, Culture, Background, Differing Abilities and Perspectives to truly Inspire, Exhilarate and Delight our customers. At Chalhoub Group, we are committed to inclusion and diversity.
We welcome all applicants to apply and be part of our exciting future. We ensure equal opportunity for all our applicants without regard to gender, age, race, religion, national origin or disability status.</div>

Merchandising Director - Fashion

Spirit Airlines

<div>
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 The Director, Material Management oversees the materials forecasting, planning, procurement and repairs management; including project management, strategy development, supplier collaboration &amp; performance monitoring. Directs and manages the Material Operations team with overall responsibilities for managing multi millions $ of inventory capital and expense which supports all parts required for the maintenance of Spirits aircraft, engines and components. Directs teams responsible for material Planning &amp; Allocations, Repair &amp; Warranty and Technical Purchasing which monitors parts service level performance supporting Tech Ops.
 
 
 <ul>
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 Develops strategies, processes and systems to improve Material Allocations, Forecasting, Planning, Procurement, Warranty and Repair Management.
 </li>
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 Builds expertise supply chain expertise through personnel recruitment, mentoring and development.
 </li>
 <li>
 Leads process, procedure and technology improvements which support and continuously improve material management processes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversees the materials forecasting, planning, parts procurement and repairs management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develops and leads departmental strategy, initiatives, projects and metrics.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborates with suppliers on material requirements, quality, reliability and performance monitoring. Also work closely with Spirit Strategic Sourcing Team on contract terms to meet quality, total cost of ownership, and performance targets.
 </li>
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 Builds cross-divisional relationships (Stores, Tech Ops, Engineering, Operations, Finance) and builds consensus which balances operational parts support with financial capital and operating budget, providing the right part at the right place at the right time at the right cost.
 </li>
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 Communicates, liaises, and influences internally and with suppliers using appropriate methods to influence decisions and performance which facilitates excellent internal parts support at the lowest total cost of ownership.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree - Business, Finance, Logistics or Supply Chain focus; MBA Preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 5 years&rsquo; experience in Supply Chain
 </li>
 <li>
 Leads Teams and provides direction for Inventory Planning Forecasting &amp; Allocations, Repairs, Warranty, Technical Purchasing, Supply Chain Analytics, Metrics; monitors parts service level performance supporting Tech Ops, develops &amp; monitors budget, establishes and tracks departmental metrics.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develops strategies, processes and systems to improve Material Allocations, Forecasting, Planning, Procurement, Warranty and Repair Management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Builds sourcing expertise through personnel recruitment, mentoring and development
 </li>
 <li>
 Leads technology improvements required to support and continuously improve material management processes
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversees the materials forecasting, planning, procurement and repairs management; including project management, strategy development, supplier collaboration &amp; performance monitoring. Also work closely with Spirit Strategic Sourcing Team on contract terms to meet quality, total cost of ownership, and performance targets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Builds cross-divisional relationships (Stores, Tech Ops, Engineering, Operations, Finance) and builds consensus which balances operational parts support with financial capital and operating budget, providing the right part at the right place at the right time at the right cost.
 </li>
 <li>
 Communicates, liaises, and influences internally and with suppliers using appropriate methods to influence decisions and performance which facilitates excellent internal parts support at the lowest total cost of ownership.
 </li>
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 Leads team managing multi millions $ of inventory capital, and operating cost (parts procurement and repairs).
 </li>
 <li>
 Domestic and International travel 25% ot time
 </li>
 <li>
 Exert up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands are in excess of those of Sedentary work. Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
 </li>
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 This is an onsite role located in Dania Beach, FL
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 At Spirit, we live &ldquo;More Fly.&rdquo; It&rsquo;s not just about getting from point A to B&mdash;it&rsquo;s about feeling fly while you&rsquo;re at it. For our Team Members, it means thinking BIG, taking action, making connections, and having a blast while doing it. From the station to the cockpit, the cabin to the computer, every day is an adventure as we redefine travel.
 
 
 Soar with us and enjoy travel perks that bring you closer to what matters. Join a team that empowers you to bring your full self to work, grow personally and professionally, and fuel the communities we serve. At Spirit Airlines, the sky isn&rsquo;t the limit&mdash;it&rsquo;s just the beginning!
 
 
 
 EEOC Statement
 
 
 
 Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
</div>

Director, Material Management

LANXESS

<div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Highlights</h2></div><div>
This role requires strong operational expertise to manage end-to-end customer service operations, foster external customer and distributor relationships, and lead digital transformation initiatives to improve efficiency and business outcomes.<ul><li>
Manage complete sales order processing across domestic, export, indent, and high-seas sales markets (India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal).</li><li>
Customer service operations, including intercompany purchase orders, local sales</li><li>
Monitor weekly outstanding receivables, follow up with customers, and escalate issues where required. Prepare receivables status reports to achieve targeted DSO and ensure healthy cash flow</li><li>
Support complaint management by coordinating internal communication and resolution.</li><li>
Monitor sample distribution to global sites and maintain sample inventory.</li><li>
Drive inventory planning, logistics optimization, and cost efficiency to ensure timely order fulfilment.</li><li>
Support ERP migration projects (Axapta to SAP, SAP L4P rollout, ect), including process mapping, data validation, system testing, and user training.</li><li>
Contribute to digital transformation projects (RPA, online marketplace adoption) to enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with ISO standards, customs regulations, and SOPs, proactively mitigating operational risks.</li><li>
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, both internally and externally, to deliver service excellence and support business growth.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Experience and Skills</h2></div><div> 
<ul><li>
Specific Education : Any Graduate</li><li>
Work Experience : 5-10</li><li>
Special Skills : Customer Service Excellence: Order management, customer retention, complaint resolution, logistics optimization, inventory planning, receivables management, ERP &amp; Systems: Proficiency in SAP, L4P, data migration, system testing, and training,Process Improvement &amp; Automation: Digital adoption, process optimization, Computer proficiency : Advanced excel, basic word and formatting skills, Collaboration &amp; Communication: Strong team player, effective communicator, problem-solver, and cross-functional collaborator.</li></ul></div></div></div> 
Contract Type: Regular 
If the chemistry is right, we can make a difference at LANXESS: speed up sports, make beverages last longer, add more color to leisure time and much more. 
As a leading specialty chemicals group, we develop and produce chemical intermediates, additives, specialty chemicals and high-tech plastics. With more than 13,000 employees. Be part of it! 
What we offer you<ul><li>
Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program.</li><li>
Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a mixture of various benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.</li><li>
Work-Life &amp; Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global &ldquo;Xwork&rdquo; program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.</li><li>
Training &amp; Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.</li><li>
Diversity: For us, talent matters, we welcome everyone who commits to our values. We strongly believe that including diverse perspectives makes us more innovative and enhances our competitiveness. Therefore, we embrace the uniqueness of every single individual and are truly committed to supporting our people in developing their individual potential.</li></ul> 
Join the LANXESS team!</div>

Senior Executive - Customer Service

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