Inventory Planning Manager

eXtra (United Electronics Co.); Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Inventory Planning & Analysis Manager to optimize stock availability and streamline fulfillment operations across e-commerce channels. This pivotal role involves developing inventory strategies, monitoring stock allocation, and enhancing operational efficiency through data-driven insights. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure that inventory levels align with demand trends while mitigating risks related to stockouts and overstocking. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about enhancing e-commerce performance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize inventory management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory planning and stock allocation across e-commerce channels.
• Oversee fulfillment operations to ensure timely customer order delivery.
• Analyze inventory performance and provide actionable insights.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Strong Communication

Stakeholder Management

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Decision-Making

Collaboration

Teamwork

Process Optimization

Job description

Core Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

The Inventory Planning & Analysis Manager will be responsible for ensuring optimal stock availability, efficient inventory allocation, and seamless fulfillment operations across e-commerce channels. Reporting to the Head of ecommerce, this role will focus on balancing inventory between e-commerce warehouses, retail stores, and collect-in-store (CFS) locations, while providing data-driven insights to enhance stock efficiency and fulfillment performance.

1. Inventory Planning & Stock Allocation

Develop and maintain inventory planning strategies to ensure stock availability across e-commerce fulfillment centers.

Monitor stock allocation between e-commerce warehouses, retail stores, and CFS locations, ensuring proper distribution based on demand.

Define and track stock thresholds for different fulfillment centers to prevent over- or under-stocking.

Collaborate with demand planners and replenishment teams to align stock levels with sales trends and customer demand.

2. Fulfillment & Order Flow

Oversee stock movement and replenishment to e-commerce warehouses, ensuring timely fulfillment of customer orders.

Monitor order fulfillment rates, identifying delays or inefficiencies and working with operations teams to resolve them.

Ensure inventory allocation aligns with order patterns, promotional demand, and category priorities.

3. Inventory Performance Analysis & Reporting

Develop dashboards and reports to track inventory health, fulfillment rates, and sell-through performance.

Provide insights on fast-moving SKUs, slow-moving stock, and replenishment needs to optimize stock levels.

Regularly update leadership on stock availability, fulfillment performance, and potential risks impacting e-commerce operations.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

Act as the e-commerce lead for inventory planning, ensuring alignment with supply chain, demand planning, and fulfillment teams.

Partner with category managers to forecast demand, ensuring stock availability for high-demand products and promotions.

5. Risk Mitigation & Process Optimization

Identify and address risks related to stockouts, overstocking, and fulfillment inefficiencies.

Optimize inventory allocation strategies to support seasonal peaks, promotional surges, and high-demand products.

Support automation initiatives for real-time inventory tracking and reporting, reducing manual inefficiencies.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills – Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed inventory decisions.
• Strong Communication & Stakeholder Management – Effectively collaborates with cross-functional teams, from supply chain to category managers.
• Attention to Detail – Ensures accuracy in stock tracking, reporting, and forecasting.
• Adaptability & Agility – Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving e-commerce environment, quickly adjusting to demand fluctuations.
• Decision-Making & Proactiveness – Anticipates risks and takes initiative to solve inventory challenges before they escalate.
• Collaboration & Teamwork – Works seamlessly with internal teams, fostering strong relationships to drive operational success.
• Process Optimization Mindset – Continuously seeks ways to improve inventory planning and fulfillment efficiency.