manager – inventory (demand planning)

 Conduct regular reviews of store categorization, SKU categorization (VED
process), and purchase norms.
 Ensure the average weekly inventory level is maintained below 25-30 days
without GIT/Open PO.
 Oversee the SKU fill rate and ensure timely replenishment to meet sales
forecasts.
2. Demand Forecasting & Supply Planning:
 Collaborate with the business and marketing teams to develop accurate
demand forecasts.
 Review and approve the 3-month demand and supply plan, ensuring
alignment with business objectives.
 Publish the Offer Planning Calendar and ensure inventory is aligned with
promotional activities.
 Monitor and improve the Availability Index (AI) for Prime and Accessories,
ensuring it meets the target of >85% and >75% respectively.
3. Process Implementation & Improvement:
 Lead weekly inventory meetings, ensuring action points are tracked and
resolved promptly. Implement and monitor the D-Score improvement process for Prime and
Accessories, aiming for Gross >85% and AI >98%.
 Oversee the RTV (Return to Vendor) process, ensuring timely closure of
sellable and defective items.
 Conduct weekly aging inventory meetings to track and reduce slow-moving
and obsolete stock.
 Implement and monitor the CTO (Customer Take Out) sellout tracker, ensuring
sell out rates exceed 90%.
4. Reporting & Analytics:
 Publish daily and weekly inventory reports, including stock summaries, sellout
trends, and aging stock levels. Develop and maintain a comprehensive inventory dashboard to provide real-
time visibility into inventory metrics. Ensure the timely publication of EOL (End of Life) stock and sellout trackers,
with a focus on moving obsolete stock to high-performing stores.
 Provide regular updates on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as
inventory turnover, fill rates, and stock accuracy.
5. Team Leadership & Development:
 Lead and mentor a team of inventory planners and analysts, ensuring they are
equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.
 Conduct quarterly knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance the team’s
understanding of inventory categorization, demand planning, and supply
chain processes.
 On-board and train new team members, ensuring a smooth transition and
quick integration into the team.
 Define and track KPIs for the planning team, ensuring continuous
improvement in performance.
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
 Work closely with the procurement, warehouse, and logistics teams to ensure
seamless inventory flow.
 Collaborate with the finance team to monitor inventory costs and ensure
compliance with budgetary constraints.
 Partner with the marketing and sales teams to align inventory planning with
promotional campaigns and sales targets.

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