Sr. Demand Planning Manager

Job Purpose The Senior Demand Planning Manager will lead merchandise and demand planning efforts for high-volume fashion retail operations. This role is instrumental in shaping financial planning, forecasting, and inventory management strategies across multiple product categories, with a strong focus on private label development and performance optimization.Key Requirements Proven experience in fashion retail, including strong exposure to private label brands Hands-on planning experience for a business portfolio exceeding USD 200 million Strong command of merchandise planning tools, retail analytics, and sales forecasting Ability to translate data into actionable insights to drive commercial and operational impact Key Responsibilities Merchandise & Financial Planning Partner with the Planning Head to develop annual merchandise strategies aligned with business goals and commercial targets Build and maintain detailed merchandise financial plans in coordination with Buyers to support sales, profit, and inventory objectives Lead pre-season planning and in-season adjustments, including open-to-buy management, margin planning, and replenishment strategy Develop store-level and category-level forecasts based on historic trends, customer behavior, promotional calendars, and product lifecycle Sales Forecasting & Inventory Management Generate accurate demand forecasts for key product categories across multiple locations Monitor sell-through, stock cover, and markdown performance to inform timely decision-making Optimize inventory allocation and replenishment to ensure availability while minimizing overstock and obsolescence Support seasonal launch planning and new store rollouts through aligned financial and merchandise forecasting Analytics & Business Reporting Oversee regular planning reports and dashboards, translating data into strategic insights and recommendations Analyze assortment performance and optimize planning based on style, pricing architecture, vendor contribution, and geographic demand Review and adjust merchandise plans regularly to maximize revenue, protect margin, and align with changing business conditions Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Buying, Retail Operations, Finance, and Logistics to ensure planning processes are aligned with execution on the ground Serve as the planning expert in cross-functional business reviews, using analytics to drive decision-making and performance reviews Ensure standard operating procedures and planning governance practices are followed consistently across all teams and processes Preferred Skills & Competencies Advanced Excel and experience with planning tools such as Oracle, SAP, JDA, or similar Strong analytical mindset with a focus on retail KPIs and inventory productivity Collaborative leadership style and strong communication skills Experience in managing or mentoring junior planners is a plus #J-18808-Ljbffr