Senior Inventory Planner: Forecasting & Replenishment

ZALORA Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ZALORA Group is seeking a capable Inventory Planner in Kuala Lumpur to lead end-to-end inventory planning, forecast accuracy, and policy execution. You will manage OTB, replenishment, and stock optimization while monitoring KPIs and driving data-driven decisions across functions.

Collaborate with Category Managers, analyze market trends, and support new launches and campaigns. The role emphasizes analytical rigor, stakeholder communication, and a proactive approach to reducing excess inventory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Mathematics or equivalent.
• At least 2 years' work experience in planning/analysis (commercial or FP&A).
• Advanced MS Excel; Tableau knowledge a plus.
• Strong communication and project management.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently and in teams.
• Willingness to work in multicultural environment.
• Interest in the e-commerce and fashion retail industries.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual, seasonal, and monthly plans aligned with business and financial objectives.
• Own end-to-end inventory planning, including forecasting, Open-to-Buy (OTB) management, replenishment planning, and stock optimization.
• Monitor and analyze key commercial KPIs such as GMV, NMV, gross margin, sell-through, inventory ageing, weeks of cover, stock cover, and markdown performance.
• Conduct weekly trading reviews to identify risks and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations to maximize sales and profitability.
• Partner with Category Managers to develop assortment strategies based on customer demand, market trends, pricing, and promotional activities.
• Optimize inventory productivity through allocation, replenishment, markdown, and liquidation strategies while minimizing excess and aged inventory.
• Drive forecast accuracy by leveraging historical performance, market insights, seasonality, and customer trends.
• Conduct demand planning discussions and provide inventory recommendations for new launches, campaigns, and peak trading periods.
• Prepare business performance reports and present insights to senior stakeholders, translating data into clear commercial actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, reporting automation, and analytical capabilities.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior planners, supporting capability development and promoting best planning practices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless execution of commercial plans.

Skills

Forecasting

Inventory planning

KPI analysis

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Mathematics or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Job description

ZALORA Group is seeking a capable Inventory Planner in Kuala Lumpur to lead end-to-end inventory planning, forecast accuracy, and policy execution. You will manage OTB, replenishment, and stock optimization while monitoring KPIs and driving data-driven decisions across functions.

Collaborate with Category Managers, analyze market trends, and support new launches and campaigns. The role emphasizes analytical rigor, stakeholder communication, and a proactive approach to reducing excess inventory.