Planner-Retail

About GMG

With a diversified portfolio of leading sports and over 500 stores globally, inspiring, and empowering active lifestyles is at the core of what we do. Our portfolio in Asia features both home-grown concepts as well as international powerhouse brands such as RSH, Sun & Sand Sports, Nike, Columbia, Vans, Timberland and more. By providing authentic, high-quality sports gear, we inspire and empower our community to live healthy and active lifestyles.

Given our tremendous growth, we are searching for dynamic, entrepreneurial, broad-minded individuals to be part of our rapidly expanding team! Join our diverse and motivated team to hone your creativity as well as implement new initiatives within a nurturing, equal opportunity environment!

About the role :

The Planner - Retail is responsible for analyzing sales data, market trends, and inventory levels to develop effective retail strategies. This role involves collaboration with various departments to ensure product availability, optimize inventory levels, and support the overall sales objectives of the company.

Reporting to the Manager - Planning, you will be responsible for :

Responsibilities :

1. Sales and Inventory Analysis :

○ Analyze sales data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities.

○ Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock levels.

○ Forecast demand and plan inventory accordingly.

2. Reporting and Data Management :

○ Create and maintain reports on sales performance, inventory status, and other key metrics.

○ Provide actionable insights based on data analysis to support decision- making.

3. Planning and Forecasting :

○ Develop sales forecasts and inventory plans.

○ Collaborate with merchandising and buying teams to plan product assortments and stock levels.

○ Monitor and adjust plans based on sales performance and market trends.

4. Market Research :

○ Conduct market research to understand customer preferences and market trends.

○ Analyze competitor strategies and performance.

5. Collaboration and Communication :

○ Work closely with the merchandising, buying, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment of strategies.

○ Communicate findings and recommendations to senior management.

6. Systems and Tools :

○ Utilize planning and forecasting tools and systems to manage inventory and sales data.

○ Maintain data integrity and accuracy in all systems.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Retail Management, or a related field preferred
• Previous experience in retail planning, inventory management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools; experience with retail planning software is a plus.
• Experience with advanced data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Python, Tableau).
• Knowledge of retail industry trends and best practices.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.