Strategic Inventory & Forecasting Lead

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

Job summary

ZALORA Group in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Inventory Planner to drive end-to-end planning, forecasting, and stock optimization for online fashion retail. You will monitor KPIs, conduct trading reviews, and partner with category teams to shape assortments and promotions.

The role requires strong Excel skills, familiarity with Tableau, and the ability to collaborate across functions in a fast-paced e-commerce environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Mathematics or equivalent.
• At least 2 years' work experience, preferably in business or financial planning/analysis (commercial or FP&A).
• Excellent understanding of MS Excel, knowledge of analytical tools such as Tableau a plus.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• High attention to details.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Willingness to work in a 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

MS Excel

Tableau

Communication

Project management

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Multicultural environment

E-commerce

Fashion retail

Education

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

Job description

ZALORA Group in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Inventory Planner to drive end-to-end planning, forecasting, and stock optimization for online fashion retail. You will monitor KPIs, conduct trading reviews, and partner with category teams to shape assortments and promotions.

The role requires strong Excel skills, familiarity with Tableau, and the ability to collaborate across functions in a fast-paced e-commerce environment.