Deputy Director - Planning

Deputy Director – Central Planning (Inventory Optimization & Freshness)

Roles & Responsibilities

Inventory Strategy & Planning

• Own end-to-end inventory planning to support category growth and profitability.
• Lead monthly planning cycles to realign sales forecasts and intake plans.
• Manage Open-to-Buy (OTB) and detailed sales planning to ensure optimal stock levels.

Cross-Functional Leadership

Merchandising & Assortment Optimization

Strategic Projects & Process Improvement

Qualifications & Experience

8+ years of relevant planning experience in category planning for online or offline retail business.

MBA / NIFT from Tier-1 / Tier-2 B-School

Strong stakeholder management skills & must have experience in managing a team of 3-4 members

Exceptional analytical & problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and ability to make data-backed decisions.

Self-directed focus and ability to prioritize within an ambiguous environment.

Ability to execute and follow through on high-quality output, with limited oversight.

Ability to work with cross-functional teams and influence / rally / align them towards a common org / business goal.

Strong verbal & written communication skills.

Skills Required

Process Improvement, Inventory Planning, Automation