sales manager

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marketing manager

procurement engineer

commercial manager

merchandise planner

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
The Merchandise Planner will be responsible for driving sales and profitability through effective inventory management, strong planning and forecasting. This role requires a strong understanding of data analytics, market trends, consumer behaviour, highly analytical with strong attention to detail.
Product Planning<ul><li>Support the development of sales plans and OTB (Open to Buy) by collaborating with Buying, Finance, Retail, and Ecommerce teams. Utilize sales data, market conditions, and supplier inputs to help inform merchandise strategies and support profitable decision-making.</li><li>Own and maintaining Monthly Sales and Stock Intake (MSSI) plans to ensure stock levels are optimized, helping to maximize sales and margin</li><li>Own forecasting and re-forecasting efforts by analyzing sales performance and market trends, assisting in adjusting plans to align with current business conditions.</li><li>Conduct margin analysis under supervision to identify potential profitability improvements and highlight risks, contributing to a proactive approach to inventory management.</li><li>Collaborate with Buying and Trade teams to execute seasonal markdown strategies, aiming to maximize sales and gross margin while managing inventory levels, considering stock aging and quality.</li><li>Monitor and manage OTB to assist in effective budget utilization and inventory control, identifying potential risks and opportunities for seasonal trading actions.</li><li>Support inventory management efforts by ensuring accurate stock tracking and alignment with sales and stock forecasts, assisting in allocation and replenishment processes to maintain healthy stock levels across various business channels.
</li><li>Identify and address aging stock, working to improve liquidation processes and solve inventory discrepancies to optimize stock levels.
</li><li>Conduct range planning analysis for Buying by channel, region, or store, ensuring alignment with merchandise strategy and consumer demand, and suggesting improvements for revenue and profitability optimization.</li><li>Support adherence to the critical path by tracking key timelines and milestones, from OTB and sales plans to end-of-season actions.</li><li>Conduct trade analysis to understand market trends and consumer preferences, communicating potential sales or stock risks and opportunities to the wider team.</li><li>Highlight risks and opportunities on planned sales, gross margin, and inventory based on supply or demand gaps, suggesting possible solutions and actions.</li><li>Re-planning business in-season based on performance updates and support presentations to management with recommendations during review cycles.</li><li>Provide support to the Buying team by helping develop category assortment plans by brand, channel, and region.</li></ul>
Performance Monitoring and Continuous Improvement<ul><li>Monitor key planning KPIs, such as Full Price Sell-Through, DOI (Days of Inventory), OTIF (On-Time In-Full), GM and allocation efficiency.</li></ul> 

What you&rsquo;ll need to succeed
Professional Experience<ul><li>2+ years of experience in merchandise and supply planning, with a strong background in retail, fashion, or FMCG industries.</li><li>Expertise in planning tools, such as Blue Yonder, SAP, or equivalent systems.</li></ul>
Education<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.</li></ul>
Additional Skills<ul><li>Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills for inventory and supply optimization.</li><li>Good communication capabilities to manage and align cross-functional teams.</li><li>Time management and prioritization
</li><li>Deep understanding of OTB planning, inventory management principles, and markdown strategies.
</li><li>Excellent problem solving capability and attention to detail
</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 recognise 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>

Merchandise Planner - Faces

<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
<ul><li>Define and execute allocation strategies for seasonal products, ensuring alignment with assortment and demand plans.</li>
<li>Build and maintain inventory and replenishment plans based on store capacity, delivery frequency, and stock requirements.</li>
<li>Prepare replenishment order - creation and execution to ensure timely stock availability across all channels.</li>
<li>Manage markdowns and promotional stock pushes to align with sales and clearance objectives.</li>
<li>Balance inventory across stores, DCs, and MFC to optimize ISA (in-stock availability).</li>
<li>Support sales planning and OTB by collaborating with Buying, Finance, Retail, and Ecommerce teams, leveraging data, market insights, and supplier inputs.</li>
<li>Own and maintain Monthly Sales and Stock Intake (MSSI) plans to optimize stock levels and maximize sales/margin.</li>
<li>Partner with Buying and Trade teams to execute markdown strategies, managing aged stock while maximizing sales and gross margin.</li>
<li>Monitor and manage OTB to ensure effective budget utilization and highlight risks/opportunities for seasonal trade.</li>
<li>Track and manage aging stock, Return to Vendors, improve liquidation processes, and resolve inventory discrepancies.</li>
<li>Support adherence to the critical path by tracking key milestones from OTB to end-of-season actions.</li>
<li>Coordinate with brands and logistics ensuring timely arrival of merchandise from origin until destination.</li>
<li>Ensuring master data and product listing is accurately maintained in the system in coordination with buying &amp; MDM</li>
<li>Replenishment of PLV materials to the stores &amp; MFC ensuring availability</li>
<li>Collaborate closely with Retail Teams and Logistics for smooth business operations</li>
</ul>
What you&rsquo;ll need to succeed
<ul><li>2+ years experience in merchandise and supply planning or allocation, preferably within retail, fashion, or FMCG industries.</li><li>Hands-on expertise in supply planning tools, such as Blue Yonder, SAP, or equivalent system would be plus</li><li>Proven ability to manage replenishment planning, stock transfers, and markdown execution.</li></ul>
Education<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field.</li></ul>
Additional Skills<ul><li>Good analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize allocation and inventory distribution.</li><li>Good communication capabilities to manage and align cross-functional collaboration.</li><li>Knowledge of inventory control methodologies and replenishment strategies to support operational goals.</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 recognise 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>

Assistant Merchandise Planner (6 months temporary contract)

<div>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. 
About the role
Support the Category Manager by selecting and delivering balanced, coordinated product ranges as per the strategic buying plans for the category. A product specialist leading consumer right assortments, managing budgets, analyzing product performance in detail and successfully managing execution across all relevant market places. Working alongside category manager influencing product and category strategies, thereby objectively and efficiently maximizing sales and sell-through.
Accountabilities:
Assortment Building / Range Planning<ul>
<li>
Drive assortments and range plans, adopting category strategies each season Maintain clear customer and Middle East market understanding and trends.</li>
<li>Align assortment towards overall Category Manager&rsquo;s product strategy and financial objectives / KPI&rsquo;s.</li>
<li>Maximize adoption rate from the brands whilst satisfying product presentation guidelines and store capacities (width and depth). Identify and initiate strategic opportunities within portfolio.</li>
</ul>
OTB Management and Order Placement<ul>
<li>
Validating OTB each season for category portfolio working closely with planning team.</li>
<li>Utilizing Category and Store-wise OTB in optimal mix to support sales strategy. Responsible for all order uploads within category portfolio each season within timelines</li>
</ul>
Reporting / Financial Analysis<ul>
<li>
Review Sales for each season, sale trends, and track performance of category.</li>
<li>Analyse key performing product areas based on sell through.</li>
<li>Report on product performance across regions and feedback to Category Sales Managers (CSM) after completion of each season. Using size curve analysis highlight and implement opportunities to refine.</li>
</ul>
Distribution<ul>
<li>
Applying business and category strategy to create distribution plan to support sell-through and sales targets.</li>
<li>Understanding distribution and allocation methodology for different product types.</li>
<li>Local Vendor management and order tracking (eg SPID) Support Merchandise planner and operations team with focused product feedback.</li>
</ul>
Marketing and Product Presentation
<ul><li>Drive module plan discussions with VMs to ensure quality product presentations across stores, across all regions.</li>
<li>Plan and liaise each season with RBM team to guarantee marketing support on door level and track product deliveries with merchandise planner</li>
</ul>
Store Visits<ul>
<li>
Visit stores to review execution of strategy at door level.</li>
<li>Highlight opportunities to elevate sales and offer support to store operations team.</li>
<li>Ensure visual merchandising and RBM elements executed as per plan. Quarterly outstation exposure.</li>
</ul>
Support Category Manager<ul>
<li>
Provide reports and insight into business opportunities.</li>
<li>Data Analysis and preparation of range and distribution plans.</li>
</ul>
Inventory Management<ul>
<li>
Liaising with Category team, VM, ASM and Marketing</li>
<li>Ownership of total stock on hand within category portfolio.</li>
<li>Responsible for controlling stock levels, maintaining healthy week covers in relation to KPIs (ITR etc) for category portfolio.</li>
<li>Plan clear markdown strategy for category portfolio, whether it is end of season sale or implementing in-season tactics, maintaining profitability and ASP KPI, not impacting brand presence in the market place. Analysing category SKU efficiency across regions and incorporating key learning in to buys.</li>
</ul>
Competitor / Market Research<ul>
<li>
Be fully up to date on competitor&rsquo;s position across the GCC in terms of product offering, price points, marketing implementations and product presentation.</li>
<li>Provide Category Manager with monthly reports on competitor&rsquo;s products and pricing strategies, to offer insights to CSMs identifying areas for more commercial opportunities, for example scope for greater margins in certain articles/products successfully achieving set GMROI KPIs.</li>
</ul>
About the requirements:<ul>
<li>
5+ Years Working experience in retail environment, buying or planning</li>
<li>Sporting Goods experience preferable</li></ul></div>

Buyer - Sports Apparel

Apparel Group

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Objective:
 
 
 
 This position is responsible for leading pre-season and in-season merchandise planning by forecasting sales, managing inventory levels, and supporting the achievement of sales and margin targets. The role plays a key part in building buying budgets, driving category performance, and ensuring alignment between planning, buying, and retail operations.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibility:
 
 
 
 Pre-Season Planning
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Prepare and approve seasonal commercial strategies for assigned categories.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead the development and release of buying budgets (OTB) and oversee assortment planning.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor range building, pricing controls, and intake margins to support planned sales and margin targets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Supervise initial stock distribution and store-level allocations to ensure optimal merchandise mix.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 In-Season Planning
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Reforecast sales and revise budgets based on in-season trends and performance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor sales, identify underperforming areas, and implement corrective measures.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead weekly trade meetings, conduct quarterly reviews, and deliver analytical presentations to management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Plan and execute discounting and markdown strategies aligned with inventory health.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee supply planning in coordination with supply chain and logistics teams.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Operational Planning &amp; Coordination
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Track LFL (Like-for-Like) growth and budget achievement across departments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage store-level inventory and ensure the availability of core products at all times.
 </li>
 <li>
 Launch new product categories in alignment with seasonal plans and ensure timely replenishment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct regular inter-store consolidations to optimize inventory and maximize sell-through.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with the retail and buying teams on weekly reports, performance reviews, and corrective action plans.
 </li>
 <li>
 Flag inventory-related concerns to the Planning Manager and Buying Head for timely resolution.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in preparing detailed buying budgets and assortment plans per department.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Desired Experience:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 2-5 years of progressive experience in retail or merchandise planning, with a focus on sales forecasting, inventory management, and trend analysis.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficient in ERP systems, MS Excel, and other Microsoft applications.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes including procurement, distribution, and logistics.
 </li>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations, or a related field is preferred.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Senior Planner

BLACK FORTUNE INVESTMENT LLC

<div>
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 <ol>
 <li>
 Merchandise Planning: Determine category plans based on data and trends, create 2 annual plans; lead annual/quarterly strategies, set structure, pricing and core directions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Market Insight: Analyze UAE users' preferences and trends, explore demands; research local market, propose development needs for missing categories.
 </li>
 <li>
 Procurement Management: Select products based on Middle East market, lead purchasing decisions; coordinate OTB budget, approve orders; set budget by performance, responsible for annual product selection.
 </li>
 <li>
 Operation Follow-up: Issue strategic analysis reports, adjust strategies to achieve performance; track new product logistics, set launch rhythm; formulate marketing strategies, follow up sales and conduct analysis.
 </li>
 <li>
 Product Replenishment: Lead replenishment, ensure alignment with strategy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Inventory Management: Develop inventory optimization strategies, coordinate transfers, approve clearance plans; control costs and turnover, adjust ordering rhythm to maintain stable inventory.
 </li>
 <li>
 Evaluation &amp; Improvement: Establish product evaluation mechanism, manage life cycle; conduct regular analysis and diagnosis, propose improvement measures.
 </li>
 <li>
 Display Management: Set display standards, guide layout, review plans.
 </li>
 <li>
 Team Management: Manage team, set goals and assessments, lead team to meet targets.
 </li>
 </ol>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Requirement：
 
 
 <ol>
 <li>
 University degree or above.
 </li>
 <li>
 5+ years of experience in Beauty and skin-care retail industry.
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with retail operations, including logistics and cross-departmental workflows.
 </li>
 <li>
 Basic statistical and data analysis skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in ERP systems, WPS, Excel, PPT, and Word.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong responsibility, alignment with company values, and teamwork spirit.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication, coordination, planning, execution, and stress management skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Willingness to work overtime and travel short-term with high resilience.
 </li>
 </ol>
 
 
</div>

Senior Category Manager

Al-Futtaim Automotive

<div>
 
 Job Requisition ID:
 
 172989
 
 
 Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A&rdquo;rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group&rsquo;s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
 
 
 By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.
 
 
 
 Overview Of The Role
 
 
 
 The Planner role at Watsons is pivotal to managing Open-To-Buy (OTB), stock, sales, and margin at a detailed level. The purpose is to maximize sales and minimize inventory levels through strategic planning and forecasting. Success in this role involves accurate sales and margin forecasting, effective promotional and markdown management, and maintaining optimal inventory levels within multiple market segments. The Planner collaborates closely with various departments, including buying, financial planning, operations, and marketing, to ensure the product offerings align with market demands and promotional strategies. The role also includes maintaining SAP efficiency and delivering reliable reports for strategic decision-making.
 
 
 
 What You Will Do
 
 
 
 Top Line Performance and Profitability
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Set overall guidelines for margin by product area and ensure processes are established to analyze margin deviation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Forecast weekly sales and margin by store and region, highlighting risks and opportunities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage markdown and promotional strategies to ensure margin is maintained to achieve bottom line results.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive the Business Planning process for the brand to meet budgeted sales and margin targets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Evaluate performance against sales and margin achieved versus BP and LE benchmarks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure forecast accuracy within a +/- 10% range.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Stock Management and OTB
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oversee full OTB process, sell through, and markdown policy to manage sales, inventory, and margin effectively.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide accurate OTB plans for each category to maximize sell-through.
 </li>
 <li>
 Forecast intakes to provide an accurate picture of weekly stockholding by brand.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage store clustering and distribution of stock to stores effectively.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain MSSI/WSSI reports and manage monthly intake and deliveries according to brand and market needs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure markets maintain optimum inventory levels and reduce aged inventory.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Team Collaboration
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Work with the buying team to develop an effective, profitable assortment range.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with the Financial Planner to forecast budgets and estimates by region and store.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage range plans together with buying to ensure OTB control.
 </li>
 <li>
 Engage with Marketing, Operations, and Brand teams to confirm the commercial calendar for all brands.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support and develop allocators/admin assistants towards future managerial roles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain regular meetings with stakeholders to ensure effective relationships and alignment.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 SAP Inventory Management &amp; Reporting
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure SAP is maintained and operating effectively from an inventory standpoint.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and publish reliable reports to facilitate management decision-making.
 </li>
 <li>
 Understand gaps in the existing inventory control process and address them pro-actively.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in developing and enforcing robust inventory/stock procedures to ensure efficient SAP replenishment.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Required Skills To Be Successful
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strategic planning and analytical abilities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in all Microsoft Office Programs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of retail systems and SAP.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong communication and leadership skills.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What Qualifies You For The Role
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 College or University level graduate.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in retail and fashion preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficient strategic planning, analytical skills, and knowledge of Microsoft Office and retail systems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong communication skills, leadership, influencing others, managing complexity, and strategic thinking.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 We&rsquo;re here to provide excellent service but a little help from you can ensure a five-star candidate experience from start to finish.
 
 
 Before you click &ldquo;apply&rdquo;: Please read the job description carefully to ensure you can confidently demonstrate
 
 why
 
 this opportunity is right for you and take the time to put together a well-crafted and personalised CV to further boost your visibility. Our global Talent Acquisition team members are all assigned to specific businesses to ensure that we make the best matches between talent and opportunities. We not only consider the requisite compatibility of skills and behaviours, but also how candidates align with our Values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.
 
 
 As part of our candidate experience promise, we also want to make ourselves available to you throughout the application process. We make every effort to review and respond to every application.
</div>

Planner | Retail | Watsons UAE

MUMUSO General Trading LLC (Westlake Group)

The Demand Planner is responsible for forecasting demand for products, collaborating with buying, merchandising, supply chain, and operations to ensure optimal inventory levels across stores and channels. The goal is to balance product availability, minimize stockouts and overstocks, reduce inventory costs, and improve service levels.Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop accurate short-term and long-term demand forecasts for all product categories (e.g. cosmetics, fashion accessories, toys, etc.), using statistical tools and business inputs.</li><li>Monitor, analyze, and interpret sales trends, promotions, seasonality, new product introductions, and external factors (e.g. holidays, economic conditions) that affect demand.</li><li>Work closely with merchandisers, category managers, marketing, operations, and supply chain to incorporate qualitative inputs (e.g. planned promotions, marketing campaigns, store openings) into demand planning.</li><li>Maintain demand planning models and tools; refine forecasting methods (e.g. time-series models, causal models) to improve accuracy.</li><li>Perform regular forecast accuracy reviews (e.g. forecast vs actual), measure and report forecast error metrics (e.g. MAD, MAPE), identify root causes of variance, and recommend corrective actions.</li><li>Support the new product launch process by forecasting demand, phasing inventory, and mitigating risks (slow movers, markdowns).</li><li>Provide business insights and reporting (weekly, monthly, quarterly) to senior management on demand trends, inventory health, and planning performance.</li><li>Ensure demand plans align with financial targets and company objectives (sales, margin, inventory turns).</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field.</li><li>3-5+ years of experience in demand planning / forecasting in retail or fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), preferably with multiple product categories.</li><li>Strong analytical skills; comfortable working with large datasets. Advanced Excel skills</li><li>Good understanding of supply chain concepts: lead times, safety stock, replenishment, inventory turnover.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentApplication Question(s):<ul><li>What is your Notice Period?</li><li>What is your expected Salary?</li></ul>

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