sr. merchandise planner

Affiniax Partners

We are hiring Sr. Planner &amp; Merchandiser for our fashion retail client based in the UAE.Department: Planning and MerchandisingReports To: Head - Planning and Merchandising /GMFinancial Planning &amp; Analysis:<ul><li>Develop and manage Brand Annual Budgets for sales, margins, and markdowns.</li><li>Conduct Post-Seasonal Analysis to evaluate past performance at Department, Class, Sub-Class, and Item levels to guide future strategies.</li><li>Collaborate with Buyers to propose Seasonal Strategies on Sales, Price Points, Size, Color, and Assortment Dimensions based on past performance and future trends.</li><li>Prepare and propose Seasonal Budgets/OTB (Open-to-Buy) from Brand down to Class/Sub-Class levels, ensuring alignment with financial goals such as Sales, Opening/Closing Stocks, Inflows, Forward Covers, and Sales Margins.</li><li>Develop WSSI (Weekly Sales and Stock Intake) reports, projecting Sales, Opening/Closing Stocks, Forward Covers, and Planned Inflows by month/season.</li><li>Create Store Grading at the Class/Sub-Class levels to determine the appropriate width and depth of ranges for different store sizes (Medium/Small), optimizing stock levels for display capacity.</li><li>Collaborate with Buyers to finalize the Buy Plan (Range Plan) by season, ensuring it aligns with financial targets, inventory needs, and product assortment plans.</li><li>Track and report on performance throughout the season, comparing actual performance against planned objectives, adjusting strategies as needed.</li><li>Identify any exceptions or discrepancies in Sales, Stockholdings, Forward Covers, and Inflows and propose corrective actions in collaboration with the Buyers.</li><li>Monitor Seasonal Budget performance and reforecast as necessary, considering past performance trends to adjust for Sales, Stocks, and Inflows.</li><li>Maintain the OTB tracker, ensuring clear visibility on orders placed, cancellations, and any excess or underbuys.</li></ul>Inventory Management:<ul><li>Ensure the availability of all replenishment items and maintain timely reviews of replenishment orders to prevent stockouts.</li><li>Monitor the flow of stock received in warehouses, ensuring it is allocated to stores and is actively selling. Collaborate with Buyers and Stores to resolve any out-of-stock situations.</li><li>Develop and communicate the allocation plan for seasonal/product launches in collaboration with Buyers, ensuring timely execution for both retail stores and wholesale partners.</li><li>Manage and track sell-through rates at the season and product level to optimize markdowns and avoid excess stock.</li><li>Analyze aging stock and propose actions for clearance or redistribution, communicating necessary steps to the Stores.</li><li>Ensure timely communication with Stores to address any stock consolidation requirements.</li></ul>Pricing &amp; Margin Management:<ul><li>Collaborate with Buyers to align on pricing for new shipments, ensuring it meets target intake margins.</li><li>Monitor sell-through performance of both fast-moving and slow-moving items, proposing corrective actions for price adjustments, reorders, or markdowns.</li><li>Propose and manage price adjustments for slow-selling items, ensuring alignment with the Buyer's strategy and obtaining Management approval before communicating actions to Stores.</li><li>Contribute to Promotion and End-of-Season Sales (EOSS) planning, focusing on pricing strategies, discounting, and inventory optimization.</li></ul>Store &amp; Competitor Visits:<ul><li>Conduct regular store visits to monitor product performance, trends, and customer feedback. Ensure alignment with the brand&rsquo;s strategy on quantity, range, pricing, and customer demands.</li><li>Stay updated on competitor range compositions, pricing strategies, and overall market trends to drive competitiveness.</li></ul>Systems Maintenance &amp; Enhancement:<ul><li>Ensure the availability and accuracy of reports measuring performance against the planned objectives, maintaining effective tracking of key KPIs.</li><li>Maintain systems, ensuring data integrity, and timely updates to reports and systems. Communicate any system enhancement needs to the Line Manager for review</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Retail Fashion Management, Business Administration, or equivalent from an accredited institution</li><li>Post-Graduate Degree or MBA in Retail Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Minimum 5-6 years of relevant experience in retail planning, particularly in fashion retail.</li><li>Experience in managing financial planning, inventory management, pricing strategies, and open-to-buy (OTB) planning.</li><li>Proven track record of working with Buyers, Merchandisers, and cross-functional teams to meet business goals.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Competencies:<ul><li>Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.</li><li>Merchandise planning expertise with a deep understanding of inventory management, sales forecasting, and assortment planning.</li><li>Strong knowledge of retail financials, including sales, margins, markdowns, and OTB.</li><li>Excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced level for financial tracking and data analysis).</li><li>Strong communication and negotiation skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing market dynamics.</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>What's your based location?</li><li>How many years of experience do you have in retail planning and merchandising (specifically in fashion retail)?</li><li>Do you have hands-on experience with OTB planning, WSSI reporting, and inventory management? Please briefly specify.</li><li>What's your current salary (AED/month)?</li><li>What's your expected salary? (AED/month)</li><li>What's your visa status?</li><li>Have you worked in fashion apparel industry? </li></ul>Work Location: In person

Sr. Planner & Merchandiser

The Home Depot

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 Position Purpose
 
 
 
 The Inventory Analyst works within Supply Chain/Merchandising, and is responsible for partnering with merchants to develop and implement inventory strategies that maximize sales and inventory productivity for a merchandising category. To maximize sales and inventory productivity, it is critical that the Analyst maintain the appropriate in-stock positions and manage inventory in the most effective manner across both stores and SKUs. This Analyst will work closely with merchants, vendors, stores, transportation, distribution, and sourcing to accomplish goals.
 
 
 The Inventory Analyst is responsible for creating accurate SKU forecasts, developing the inventory and replenishment strategy, managing parameters for each category to execute the replenishment strategy, achieving target in-stock levels and planned inventory turns, and developing recommendations to improve inventory productivity.
 
 
 The Inventory Analyst also works with our stores and field leadership to execute their category strategies. In addition, this individual participates on strategic process improvement initiatives to improve the overall effectiveness of the tools and processes utilized by the broader Supply Chain Organization.
 
 
 A typical Sr. Analyst: - Manages 25 vendors - Manages $200m+ of inventory - Supports $800m of annual sales
 
 
 
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 The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.
 
 
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 Ability to translate analysis to audience and communicate recommendations.
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 Critical thinking skills to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions; ability to understand and foresee implications of new information for current and future problem solving.
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 Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to persuade or influence others.
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 Strong ability to multitask and handle competing priorities at once.
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Sr. Analyst, Inventory Planning

Verity Integrated Systems, Inc

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Operational Planner &ndash; Fires / Joint All-Domain Operations Integration</h1>
Location: Huntsville, AL
Travel: 25&ndash;50% (CONUS/OCONUS Exercises &amp; Integration Events)
Clearance: Active TOP SECRET preferred (minimum SECRET with ability to obtain TS)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Required<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Position Overview</h2>
Verity Integrated Systems is seeking a senior Operational Planner to support integration of advanced mission planning and visualization capabilities within operational headquarters, Air Operations Centers, Corps/Division Fires Cells, Combatant Commands, and Joint Task Forces.
This role embeds directly with warfighting staffs during exercises, wargames, and operational planning events. The selected candidate will support multi-domain fires synchronization, mission command integration, and interoperability across existing C2 ecosystems.
We are seeking a planner who understands how operations are built, synchronized, and executed at scale.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Core Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>
Embed within Army Division, Corps, and Theater-level headquarters, Air Operations Centers (AOC), Combatant Commands, Joint Task Forces, and Multi-Domain Task Forces.</li><li>
Support integration into MDMP, joint planning processes, and targeting cycles (D3A / F3EAD).</li><li>
Plan and coordinate participation in Joint All-Domain exercises and real-world operations.</li><li>
Develop realistic war-gaming scenarios including threat laydowns, integrated air defense architectures, long-range strike operations, and Airspace Control Orders (ACO).</li><li>
Integrate planning tools within military network architectures and interface with systems such as AFATDS, AMDWS, ADSI, TBMCS, JADOCS, GCCS-A, IBCS, and emerging JADC2 platforms.</li><li>
Understand and operate within tactical messaging formats, including USMTF, VMF, and JREAP-C.</li><li>
Train planning staff and prepare executive-level briefs, demonstrations, and correspondence.</li><li>
Utilize SIPRNet and secure communications platforms for operational coordination.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Required Qualifications</h2><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in a technical, science, military studies, or business discipline.</li><li>
10+ years of experience as an operational planner at Division, Corps, Theater, AOC, or Joint Command level.</li><li>
Experience supporting operational or strategic-level exercises and wargames.</li><li>
Deep understanding of MDMP, joint planning processes, fires synchronization, and command relationships.</li><li>
Experience integrating with AFATDS and/or AMD mission systems.</li><li>
Strong communication skills; comfortable briefing O6/GO/SES leadership.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Highly Desired Background</h2><ul><li>
Former 131A (Field Artillery Technician) &ndash; CW3/CW4 preferred.</li><li>
Former 140A (Air &amp; Missile Defense Technician) &ndash; CW3/CW4 preferred.</li><li>
FA or ADA Major (post-KD) with Division/Corps planning experience. (Former AOC Planner or Combatant Command Targeting Officer.</li><li>
Former FA 57 Officer (Simulation Operations)
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Prior staff leadership experience (O-4+, GS-12+, or equivalent).</li></ul></div>

Operational Planner – Fires / Joint All-Domain Operations Integration

Victoria’s Secret & Co.

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 Why You Belong Here
 
 
 At Victoria&rsquo;s Secret &amp; Co, you&rsquo;ll join a world-leading specialty retail brand recognized globally for innovation and excellence in lingerie and fashion. You&rsquo;ll work alongside industry leaders to set the standard for what a retail brand can achieve, placing customers at the center of everything we do to create products and experiences that bring them joy.
 
 
 We believe everyone deserves a place where they truly belong. We celebrate individuality and know that your passion, experience, and unique perspective strengthen our team and business. Here, you&rsquo;ll be empowered to perform, grow, and engage through unmatched opportunities to develop your skills, gain real-world experience, and learn from the best in the business.
 
 
 
 Description
 
 
 
 The Planning and Coordination Pillar of the SCPA department is a blend of daily operational planning, cross-functional coordination and some project analytics.
 
 
 The associate supply chain planner is an individual contributor position responsible for ensuring the effective alignment of demand and supply with operational capability. The role is a blend of daily operational planning, cross-functional coordination and some project analytics. The associate supply chain planner supports in the planning and coordinating of the logistics resources required to effectively and efficiently flow Victoria&rsquo;s Secret products through the supply chain from vendors to consumers.
 
 
 
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 Ensure the effective alignment of demand and supply with operational capability
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 Partner with Managed Beauty Fillers, Assembly Centers and 3PL VAS sites to effectively and efficiently move beauty product from suppliers to VS&amp;Co distribution centers
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 Create daily shipment load plans which reduce costs by maximizing trailer utilization while also balancing the need to move priority product through the supply chain to support sales
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 Monitor Beauty vendor key performance indicators and work with vendors to improve performance
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 Leverage cross functional contacts across the inbound supply chain inclusive of DC operations and inventory control to ensure product effectively flowing into receiving sites and partner with teams on process improvement
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 Participate in weekly supply chain meetings with Beauty and Home Operations and Merchandise Planning and Demand and Deployment teams to provide status updates of inbound beauty freight to support sales
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 Manage inbound inventory flow plans to route Beauty to appropriate distribution centers to mitigate storage constraints and align to DC outbound processing
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 Support and facilitate continuous improvement of performance within the beauty supply chain
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 Build analysis tools and processes that improve current state or provide an opportunity to expand the influence of SCP&amp;A in Microsoft Office, Snowflake, and MSI Dossiers
 
 
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 Click here for benefit details related to this position.
 
 
 
 Minimum Salary:
 
 $59,300.00
 
 
 
 Maximum Salary:
 
 $77,805.00
 
 
 VS&amp;Co provides a range of compensation for this role as shown. Your actual salary will be determined by a number of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic region, or other relevant factors.
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Your Experience
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, operations or engineering, or equivalent work experience
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 1-3 years of inventory management or distribution management experience in high volume, fast paced seasonal or heavily promoted businesses (retail or consumer goods) is preferred
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 Ability to solve problems in an abstract environment
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 Confident with managing and analyzing inventory and distribution data for the purpose of providing insights
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 Passion for supply chain improvement
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 Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated success working with and influencing team members to achieve goals
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 Expertise using Microsoft applications
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 Familiarity with SAP, SQL, MSI Dossiers, and/or other Business Intelligence tools preferred
 
 
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 We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance
 
 
 An equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual&rsquo;s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected category recognized by state, federal or local laws. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.
 
 
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Associate Supply Chain Planner

GLOBAL INFRA SERVICES

Urgently Required Maintenance Planner ( Saudi Only))Location-YanbuInterested candidate can apply with updated CV to(1)Your current Salary(2)Expected Salary(3)Notice Period(4)Your Iqama Copy(5)Your Current Location(6)Your valid Mobile #(7)Your NationalityPay: ﷼2,000.00 - ﷼120,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>What is your Nationality?</li><li>How many years experience do you have as Maintenance Planner?</li><li>What is your Current Salary?</li><li>What is your expected Salary?</li><li>What is your notice period?</li><li>Where is your current location?</li><li>Are you comfortable for Yanbu location?</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Maintenance Planner at Yanbu ( Saudi Only)

Mercium Limited

Operations PlannerLocation: Peshawar Road, Rawalpindi Job Type: Full-Time Department: Operations Planning Reporting To: Senior Operations Planner Role Level: Mid LevelPosition OverviewThe Operations Planner is responsible for managing operational jobs end-to-end &mdash; from feasibility validation and cost control through execution and final closure.This role ensures that all shipments and jobs are delivered profitably, predictably, and with controlled risk, while reducing operational firefighting and strengthening planning discipline.Key ResponsibilitiesJob Planning &amp; Feasibility<ul><li>Own jobs from handover through execution and closure</li><li>Conduct full feasibility checks (routing, capacity, customs, warehousing, timing)</li><li>Validate scope and challenge unclear or risky commitments</li><li>Build structured execution plans with milestones, risks, and dependencies</li></ul>Cost Control &amp; Commercial Awareness<ul><li>Review and validate job costs before execution</li><li>Identify financial risks early and escalate when required</li><li>Support sales and management with operational input</li></ul>Supplier Coordination<ul><li>Coordinate with carriers, transporters, warehouses, and customs agents</li><li>Ensure clear instructions and timely confirmations</li><li>Manage supplier performance and prevent disruptions</li></ul>Execution Management<ul><li>Track shipment progress and execution milestones</li><li>Adjust plans proactively to improve cost, timing, and efficiency</li><li>Keep stakeholders informed with accurate updates</li></ul>Documentation &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready job files</li><li>Ensure proper documentation for commercial, shipping, customs, and transport processes</li></ul>Issue Management &amp; Escalation<ul><li>Identify risks, delays, and commercial issues early</li><li>Raise structured escalations with clear analysis and recommendations</li><li>Ensure disputes are tracked and resolved properly</li></ul>Team Support<ul><li>Guide junior planners and support onboarding</li><li>Share best practices and improve team execution quality</li></ul>Billing &amp; Job Closure<ul><li>Ensure all billable items are captured correctly</li><li>Support accounts with accurate job information</li><li>Close jobs with no pending operational gaps</li></ul>Continuous Improvement<ul><li>Review completed jobs to identify improvements</li><li>Reduce recurring issues through better planning</li><li>Contribute to process and SOP improvements</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Experience in freight forwarding or logistics operations</li><li>Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes</li><li>Good commercial awareness and cost control ability</li><li>Strong problem-solving and planning skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple operational tasks</li><li>Strong communication and coordination skills</li><li>Experience working with cross-functional teams preferred</li></ul>Why Join Us<ul><li>Hands-on role in real-time logistics operations</li><li>Strong exposure to end-to-end supply chain execution</li><li>Growth opportunity into Senior Operations Planner role</li><li>Work in a structured, performance-driven environment</li></ul>How to ApplySend your updated CV to: kiran.hr@setlimited.netLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/sovereign-express-trade-limited/Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person

Operations Planner

Raveill Trucking

<div>Job Description: 
DISPPATCHER/LOAD PLANNER 
Raveill Trucking has an immediate opening for a Dispatcher/Load Planner in their McGregor, MN terminal 
WHAT WE OFFER: 
 Competitive Experienced Base Pay -Negotiable based on experience 
 Hybrid On site and work from Home 
 Full Time Position 
 Benefits Package 
 Monday Through Friday Schedule 
Position Overview 
As a Dispatcher / Load Planner, you&rsquo;ll be responsible for coordinating loads, communicating with drivers, and ensuring on-time deliveries while maximizing efficiency and profitability. 
Key Responsibilities 
Plan, assign, and dispatch loads to drivers 
Coordinate pickup and delivery schedules 
Monitor driver progress and provide real-time support 
Optimize routes to improve fuel efficiency and time management 
Communicate with brokers, customers, and drivers 
Maintain accurate records and update dispatch systems 
Resolve issues quickly (delays, breakdowns, scheduling conflicts) 
Qualifications 
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<li>Experience in trucking dispatch or logistics (preferred but not required)</li>
<li>Strong communication and problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Basic computer skills (dispatch/load board systems a plus)</li>
<li>Knowledge of DOT regulations is a bonus</li>
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Schedule 
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Full-time&mdash;On-site<li>- Monday-Friday
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Apply Today! 
If you&rsquo;re ready to take charge and keep trucks rolling, we want to hear from you! 
Apply now by submitting your resume or contacting us directly. 
Resumes to Dean@Raveilltrucking.com 
218 - 768 - 2701 
 
Job Requirements: 
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<li>Experience in trucking dispatch or logistics (preferred but not required)</li>
<li>Strong communication and problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Basic computer skills (dispatch/load board systems a plus)</li>
<li>Knowledge of DOT regulations is a bonus</li></ul> 
 
Wage Range: 40000.00 - 60000.00 per year 
General Description of Benefits: Medical BCBS 401k PTO</div>

Dispatcher Load Planner

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