Inventory Operations Planner - SCommerce

Shopee; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Shopee Philippines is seeking an Inventory Operations Planner to oversee end-to-end inventory planning within the SBS ecosystem. You will handle demand forecasting, purchase planning, and stock distribution while monitoring mid-mile logistics and key metrics such as DOC and in-transit stock.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze large data sets, and maintain dashboards to optimize stock across multiple warehouses and regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in inventory planning, supply chain operations, and/or logistics; e-commerce or retail experience a plus.
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills; familiarity with SQL or dashboarding tools is an advantage.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and ability to work with large data sets.
• Good coordination and communication skills; able to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Forecasting & Purchase Planning.
• Consolidate sales trends, category inputs, and historical data to assist in demand forecasting and purchase planning.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to validate forecast assumptions and ensure timely procurement actions.
• Stock Distribution & Movement Tracking.
• Support stock allocation and replenishment plans across multiple warehouses.
• Monitor SKU movements, line haul arrivals, and inventory transfer schedules to ensure efficient flow across locations.
• Identify and flag potential stock-out risks, overstocking, or regional stock imbalances.
• Data Monitoring & Reporting.
• Track and maintain dashboards or trackers for key inventory metrics (e.g., DOC, black stock levels, in-transit inventory).
• Conduct variance analysis between forecast vs actuals and propose corrective actions where needed.
• Prepare routine reports and insights to support team reviews and performance tracking.
• Support process documentation, SOP updates, and inventory planning system/tool enhancements.

Skills

Excel/Sheets

SQL/BI tools

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Dashboarding tools

Job description

Job Description:

About The Team

The Inventory Operations Planner supports end-to-end inventory planning and execution within the SBS ecosystem. This role works across demand forecasting, purchase planning, and stock distribution, while also tracking mid-mile logistics and key operational metrics like Days of Cover (DOC), black stock, and in-transit SKUs.

Job Description

• Forecasting & Purchase Planning
• Consolidate sales trends, category inputs, and historical data to assist in demand forecasting and purchase planning.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to validate forecast assumptions and ensure timely procurement actions.
• Stock Distribution & Movement Tracking
• Support stock allocation and replenishment plans across multiple warehouses.
• Monitor SKU movements, line haul arrivals, and inventory transfer schedules to ensure efficient flow across locations.
• Identify and flag potential stock-out risks, overstocking, or regional stock imbalances.
• Data Monitoring & Reporting
• Track and maintain dashboards or trackers for key inventory metrics (e.g., DOC, black stock levels, in-transit inventory).
• Conduct variance analysis between forecast vs actuals and propose corrective actions where needed.
• Prepare routine reports and insights to support team reviews and performance tracking.
• Support process documentation, SOP updates, and inventory planning system/tool enhancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Has 2 to 5 years of experience in inventory planning, supply chain operations, and/or logistics; e-commerce or retail experience is a plus; especially exposure in handling Warehouses
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills; familiarity with SQL or dashboarding tools is an advantage.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and ability to work with large data sets.
• Good coordination and communication skills; able to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

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