Toy Merchandising Planner: Forecast & Inventory Optimization

Al-Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Al-Futtaim Retail in Dubai is seeking a Merchandise Planner to optimize buying and operations, develop demand forecasts, manage inventory across locations, and provide insights to boost sales.

You will collaborate with marketing, merchandising, and supply chain to align assortments with market trends, support budgeting, and improve stock turns. The role requires strong analytics, Excel skills, and communication.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills for analyzing sales data and market trends.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and data analysis tools.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain forecasts for key product categories, considering sales trends, seasonal demands, promotions, and special events.
• Analyze historical sales data and market trends to create accurate demand models, ensuring optimal inventory levels across multiple locations.
• Collaborate with the buying team to ensure assortments align with customer preferences, regional differences, and market trends.
• Regularly analyse product performance, identifying opportunities for growth, and flagging underperforming SKUs.
• Work with marketing, merchandising, and supply chain teams to ensure product launches are on schedule and aligned with promotional calendars.
• Support the Merchandise Planning Manager in developing annual and seasonal budgets for your assigned categories.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Merchandising

Tools

PowerPoint

Data analysis tools

Job description

Al-Futtaim Retail in Dubai is seeking a Merchandise Planner to optimize buying and operations, develop demand forecasts, manage inventory across locations, and provide insights to boost sales.

You will collaborate with marketing, merchandising, and supply chain to align assortments with market trends, support budgeting, and improve stock turns. The role requires strong analytics, Excel skills, and communication.