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Inventory Planner

Inventory Planner

MARS CosmeticsIndia
20 hours ago
Job description

About MARS Cosmetics

MARS Cosmetics is one of India’s fastest-growing makeup brands, currently ranked among the

Top makeup brands in India

with 1000+ SKUs across

general trade, ecommerce, modern trade, and exclusive brand outlets (EBOs) . With a growth-driven mindset and 60%+ YoY growth, we are expanding rapidly and looking for sharp talent to strengthen our supply chain.

Role Overview

The

Inventory Planner

will be responsible for defining and executing optimal inventory strategies across multiple channels and warehouses. This role ensures that stock levels are well balanced between

availability, working capital efficiency, and minimal obsolescence , directly impacting service levels and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Planning & Policies

Define min–max stock levels, safety stock, and reorder points for 1000+ SKUs across categories and warehouses.

Maintain healthy stock turns while avoiding both overstock and stock-outs.

Demand & Supply Alignment

Create allocation plans across

ecommerce, GT, MT, and EBO channels

based on channel priorities and sales velocity.

Replenishment Management

Monitor and drive replenishment from central warehouse to regional warehouses and trade partners.

Automate reorder triggers within Business Central / ERP system.

Stock Health & Optimization

Track aging, slow-moving, and non-moving SKUs and recommend liquidation / markdown strategies.

Support NPD (new product development) launches with initial stocking strategies.

Analytics & Reporting

Build dashboards on inventory coverage, turns, aging, and working capital.

Provide actionable insights for inventory efficiency improvements.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical skills with ability to work on large SKU bases.

Proficiency in

Excel, SQL, and Power BI

(or other BI tools).

Hands-on experience in

ERP systems (preferably Business Central / Dynamics) .

Knowledge of

inventory management principles

(EOQ, safety stock, ABC analysis).

Strong collaboration skills to work with sales, marketing, supply planning, and warehouse teams.

Ability to balance service levels with inventory costs.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s / Master’s in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.

3–6 years’ experience in inventory planning / management, preferably in

FMCG, Fashion or Cosmetics

Experience managing

multi-channel distribution

is highly desirable.

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