Senior Merchandise Planner

Senior Merchandise Planner role focused on sales forecasting and inventory optimization to boost category performance across stores.

Published 5 August 2026
Closing Date 19 September 2026
Type
Opportunity
Company
DB Recruitment

DB Recruitment is hiring a Senior Merchandise Planner focused on sales forecasting and category planning. This role involves optimizing inventory and category performance across all stores through strategic financial planning and data analysis.

Key Responsibilities

Develop financial merchandise plans by category and region.
Analyze weekly and monthly sales performance in comparison to historical trends.
Collaborate with buying and allocation teams to maximize profitability.
Strategically manage stock levels and inventory to support sales goals.

Requirements

Passion for sales forecasting and category planning.
Data-driven approach to merchandise planning.
Experience working with buying and allocation teams.

Additional Information

This role plays a crucial part in enhancing inventory management and overall category performance within the retail sector.

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