FMCG Ordering and Planning Specialist | Q-Commerce

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.     Warehouse and Inventory Management:

• Collaborate with supply chain and warehouse teams to ensure optimal stock levels.
• Oversee inventory accuracy and implement measures to minimize waste and deadstock.

2.     Product Forecasting and Ordering:

• Analyze sales trends, seasonality, and market demand to create accurate forecasts.
• Plan and manage product ordering cycles to ensure availability while minimizing overstock. 

3.     Strategic Purchasing:

• Identify best sales forecast for promotional items and campaign
• Develop procurement strategies to maximize cost efficiency and support marketing/sales initiatives.

4.     Data-Driven Decision Making:

• Utilize data analytics to provide actionable business insights.
• Monitor KPIs such as stock days, zero stock, ATP, Waste

5.     Assortment Refinement:

• Evaluate product assortments to ensure alignment with customer needs and market trends.
• Identify opportunities for product performance and category optimization.

6.     Stock and Waste Monitoring:

• Track and report on stock levels, ensuring alignment with sales forecasts. 
• Implement strategies to reduce waste and manage deadstock effectively.

7.     Cross-Functional Collaboration: 

• Work closely with sourcing, sales, and operations teams to align category initiatives with overall business objectives.
• Partner with suppliers to enhance product offerings and dispatch plan to dark stores.

Qualifications, Competencies & Skills (KSA)

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial engineering or a related field. (Optional)
• Proven experience in FMCG category management, with a focus on warehouse and inventory operations.
• Strong analytical and forecasting skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage stock, and waste effectively.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools and inventory management systems.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.