Merchandise Planning Strategist

Inventory Planning Manager

About us :

Opptra (www.Opptra.Com) is revolutionizing global expansion for consumer brands with a focus on ecommerce and digital capabilities. We're building a portfolio of category-specialized franchising businesses, powered by our centralized technology platform and global supply chain infrastructure.

We create market access through franchising businesses that serve as master franchisees or licensing partners for brands entering new markets. Unlike traditional distribution partners that prioritize brick-and-mortar channels, our businesses leverage advanced ecommerce expertise to accelerate market entry while balancing online and offline channels to match local consumer behavior.With 70% of global consumer growth driven by Asia, we're currently focused on enabling access to these high-potential markets. Our model offers brands significant advantages :

• Reduced market entry costs
• Broader consumer reach
• Faster testing and learning capabilities than traditional retail
• Local expertise with global backing

About the Role

We are looking for an Inventory Planner to ensure optimal stock levels across channels and drive efficient product flow for our fashion and lifestyle brand portfolio across GCC, India and SEA. This role will work closely with brand managers, supply chain, and channel teams to align buys with sales forecasts, manage allocations, and implement strategies to optimise inventory health and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

I nventory Planning at Buy Stage – Partner with brand managers to align buy quantities and assortment with channel sales plans and demand forecasts.

Channel Allocation – Distribute inventory across multiple sales channels (retail, marketplace, wholesale) b ased on sales velocity and channel strateg y.

Model Management – Manage inventory under both consignment and marketplace model s, including allocations from central warehouses.

Coordination with SupplyChain – Liaise with central supply chain teams to ensure timely inventory movements across regions and platforms.

Ageing Inventory Management – Analyse ageing stock and develop clearance strategies to optimise sell-through and recover margins.

Markdown & Pricing Strategy – Recommend markdowns based on inventory age, sales trends, and margin targets.

Demand & Cover Analysis – Monitor inventory covers and replenishment cycles to avoid overstocking or stockouts.

Data & Reporting – Maintain accurate inventory reports , highlighting risks and opportunities to relevant stakeholders.

Collaboration –Work cross-functionally with merchandising, finance, marketing, and operations to align inventory decisions with business objectives.

What We’re Looking For

7-8 years of experience in inventory planning, demand planning, or merchandising, preferably in fashion, footwear, or lifestyle retail.

experience with Power BI or similar analytics tools is a plus.

Understanding of multi-channel inventory management and supply chain processes.

Experience in markdown planning and clearance strategies.

Commercial acumen to balance stock availability, sales velocity, and profitability.

Ability to work cross-functionally and influence decisions with data-driven recommendations.

High attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.