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Ecommerce Planning Head

ConfidentialBengaluru / Bangalore, India

8 days ago

Job description

Job Title : E-Commerce Planning Head

Location : Bangalore

Department : E-Commerce

Reporting to : Business Head

Experience Required : 8–12 years in e-commerce planning, category management, or business strategy, preferably with experience in D2C and marketplace environments

Role Overview

We are looking for a strategic and data-driven E-Commerce Planning Head to lead TIGC's end-to-end e-commerce planning, forecasting, and performance management function. This role requires deep expertise in demand planning, marketplace operations, and P&L ownership to ensure growth, profitability, and seamless execution across channels. The E-Commerce Planning Head will serve as the central driver for aligning business targets with operational execution—bridging demand forecasts, supply chain flows, marketing initiatives, and marketplace dynamics.

Key Responsibilities

1. Business & Demand Planning

Build and own the annual, quarterly, and monthly e-commerce business plans.
Create demand forecasts based on category trends, seasonality, sales velocity, and new product launches.
Monitor performance vs plan, and drive proactive interventions to bridge gaps.

2. Inventory & Assortment Planning

Define inventory requirements across D2C and marketplace platforms.

Align product assortment, size ratios, and depth of buy with demand projections.

Partner with supply chain and design teams to ensure timely availability of planned styles.

3. Sales & Revenue Forecasting

Own GMV, revenue, and contribution margin planning across D2C and marketplaces.

Track daily / weekly sales against forecasts and adjust plans in real time.

Ensure consistent sell-through rates and minimize stock-outs / overstocks.

4. Marketplace & Channel Strategy

Align with key marketplace partners (Myntra, Flipkart, Amazon, etc.) on growth plans, budgets, and campaign calendars.

Plan and track performance of sale events (EOSS, festive, Big Billion Days, etc.).

Optimize channel mix for revenue and profitability.

5. Promotional & Pricing Planning

Design and monitor pricing strategies, promotions, and discounts to balance growth with profitability.

Track contribution margins and ensure promotional spends deliver ROI.

Partner with marketing and marketplace teams to align campaigns with stock positions.

6. Cross-Functional Alignment

Work closely with supply chain, logistics, design, marketing, and finance to ensure business targets are met.

Serve as the central point of alignment between demand forecasts and supply readiness.

Provide visibility of business performance to leadership through dashboards and reports.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Forecast accuracy (sales, demand, and inventory)

Sell-through rate across categories and platforms

Contribution margin % (channel-wise and overall)

Stock-out % and overstock %

Event performance vs target (EOSS, festive, BBD, etc.)

P&L adherence (budget vs actuals)

On-time delivery of business plans and reports

Additional Requirements

Prior experience in e-commerce planning / category management is mandatory.

Strong analytical skills with expertise in Excel, SQL, and BI dashboards.

Deep understanding of D2C and marketplace dynamics.

Proven ability to manage P&L and drive revenue growth at scale.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to work under pressure, especially during high-demand sale periods.

Why Join TIGC

At The Indian Garage Co., we're building one of India's most dynamic fashion ecosystems. As E-Commerce Planning Head, you will play a critical role in shaping TIGC's growth trajectory—driving demand, optimizing revenue, and ensuring profitability at scale. Join us to create one of India's most agile and customer-first e-commerce businesses.

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Skills Required

Demand Planning, Excel, Sql

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