Planner
Full-time
GMG
Who we are:
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 worlds 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 & Sand Sports Dropkick Supercare Pharmacy Farm Fresh Klassic and international brands like Nike Columbia Converse Timberland Vans Mama Sitas and McCain.
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Planner to support the formulation and execution of planning strategies across Pre-Season In-Season and Post-Season management cycles. This role plays a key part in optimizing sales Gross Profit Value (GPV) and inventory levels while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare brand/category MIS analytics based on actual sales forecasts inventory checks order parameters replenishment needs and upcoming events.
- Maintain and analyze sales history stock budgets and current inventory levels to prepare accurate sales forecasts by brand/category and season.
- Ensure quarterly open-to-buy (OTB) figures are calculated per store.
- Monitor brand/category performance using insights from store analytics customer preferences historical trends and the Buying teams outlook.
- Coordinate with the Buying team for execution and ensure effective in-season management (stock balancing markdowns stock vs. sales analysis).
- Keep abreast of latest planning trends and realign processes where required.
- Prevent stockouts by ensuring accuracy in planning.
- Identify obsolete or slow-moving stock; recommend markdowns/discounts as per SOPs to liquidate inventory.
- Prepare variance analysis reports comparing actual performance vs. budgets; identify growth opportunities to minimize down-trending categories.
- Monitor and set GMROII and density targets by brand/category to maximize profitability.
- Ensure promotional and sales plans are executed as per the trade calendar.
Key Metrics (MFP Merchandise Financial Planning):
GMROII: Gross Margin Return on Inventory Investment
OTB: Open to Buy
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelors or Masters degree in Business Management or related field
57 years of proven experience in planning category/brand management or related functions.
Strong analytical skills with experience in sales forecasting inventory planning and variance analysis.
Excellent written and spoken English; strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Proficiency in planning systems and MS Excel.
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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