Retail Planner

As a Sales and Inventory Analyst at our company, your primary role will be to develop and execute seasonal and annual plans to achieve sales, margin, and inventory turnover goals. You will be responsible for monitoring and analyzing sales performance across regions, stores, and channels (offline and online) to make informed decisions. Key Responsibilities: - Manage Open-to-Buy (OTB) budgets and ensure alignment with company targets. - Forecast demand by category, SKU, and location using historical data, trends, and market insights. - Partner with the buying and merchandising teams to recommend buying quantities and allocations. - Optimize stock distribution across stores and channels based on performance and capacity. - Identify risks and opportunities in sales and inventory, and take corrective actions where needed. - Track and report on key retail metrics including sell-through, stock cover, GMROI, etc. - Support product lifecycle management from launch to markdown to maximize ROI. - Assist in assortment planning and in-season re-forecasting. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field. - Proven experience in sales analysis, inventory management, or retail planning. - Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and trends effectively. In this role, you will play a crucial part in driving sales and optimizing inventory management strategies to ensure the company's success.,