Demand Planner

About the role

Take the lead in ensuring the right products are in the right place at the right time. This role drives demand planning, inventory strategy, and supplier performance to support business growth and exceptional customer experience.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end forecasting and planning for assigned categories, aligning with merchandising, marketing, and operations to anticipate demand shifts, promotions, and seasonality.
• Maintain optimal stock levels across Distribution Centers and stores—balancing availability, inventory targets, and minimizing aging or obsolete stock.
• Create and manage purchase orders aligned with inventory policies while closely monitoring supplier performance on delivery timeliness and order fulfillment.
• Establish effective stock allocation strategies, ensuring smooth new product launches and efficient direct-to-store deliveries from vendors.
• Partner with vendors and internal teams to align forecasts, support promotional activities, and resolve supply challenges proactively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• Excellent planning, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• High attention to detail with strong communication skills