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Chalhoub Group -
Egypt , Cairo
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Chalhoub Group

Job Details

As a merchandise Planner / Allocator you will be responsible for the following:

Review sales performance, stock levels, and key planning KPIs across channels and stores to identify inventory risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.

Develop, maintain, and update demand forecasts, OTB plans, and inventory strategies based on sales performance, promotional activities, seasonal trends, and business priorities.

Manage store allocation and replenishment activities through Blue Yonder, including reviewing system-generated allocations, resolving exceptions, and optimizing stock distribution to maximize product availability.

Partner closely with Buying, Retail, Finance, Marketing, and Store Operations teams to align assortment plans, product launches, promotional campaigns, and trading strategies.

Coordinate product launch activities by managing minimum display quantities (MDQs), allocation profiles, and automated allocation processes to ensure timely store readiness.

Monitor inventory health by analyzing stock aging, sell-through performance, and markdown opportunities, working closely with Operations and Logistics teams to optimize inventory flow and improve overall stock productivity.

Utilize merchandise planning and inventory management systems including Blue Yonder, SAP, Oracle RMS , and reporting dashboards to manage demand forecasts, OTB, replenishment strategies, inventory optimization, markdown planning, and KPI performance monitoring.

Leverage advanced Excel and reporting tools to analyze business performance, monitor inventory health, and support data-driven decision-making.

Desired Candidate Profile

What you'll need to succeed
Strong analytical and commercial acumen with the ability to manage demand forecasting, Open-to-Buy (OTB), inventory optimization, and financial planning while balancing commercial objectives and operational constraints.
Excellent planning and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make informed inventory decisions.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.

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About Chalhoub Group
Egypt, Cairo
Retail

The Chalhoub Group is the leading partner for luxury across the Middle East since 1955. As an expert in retail, distribution and marketing services ba...