Assistant Merchandise Planning and Control Manager

Assistant Merchandise Planning and Control Manager

Position Overview

The Assistant Manager will oversee day-to-day operations of the MPCD team, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission of reports and deliverables, while coordinating with cross-functional teams to support seasonal launches and inventory activities.

• Key Responsibilities
• Merchandise Planning Coordination
• Support execution of category planning, assortment planning, and merchandise allocation.
• Monitor implementation progress of approved merchandise strategies and seasonal launch schedules.
• Sales & Inventory Monitoring
• Oversee preparation of sales dashboards, category reports, sell-through analysis, and inventory monitoring.
• Review sales and inventory trends, risks, and stock movement concerns.
• Forecasting & Allocation Support
• Assist in forecasting reviews, allocation planning, and replenishment execution.
• Ensure allocation accuracy and inventory balancing across channels.
• Markdown & Inventory Productivity Execution
• Coordinate markdown schedules and monitor execution progress.
• Review inventory aging reports and sell-through trends to support productivity initiatives.
• Report Governance & Validation
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of reports and merchandise analysis.
• Review data accuracy and compliance with reporting standards.
• Team Coordination & Supervision
• Provide day-to-day guidance to Category Analysts and Merchandising Assistants.
• Monitor task execution, timelines, and operational deliverables.
• Support process improvements and operational discipline within the department.
• What We Are Looking For
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Retail Management, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in merchandising, merchandise planning, inventory analysis, or retail operations.
• Supervisory or team coordination experience is an advantage.
• Background in retail, apparel, fashion, or FMCG industry preferred.
• Strong analytical and inventory management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and merchandise reporting tools.
• Excellent organizational, coordination, and leadership skills.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong validation and review capability.
• Ability to manage multiple reports, timelines, and operational priorities.
• Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in merchandise planning and control, working closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced retail environment. You’ll have the chance to contribute to strategic planning, inventory productivity, and operational excellence while developing your leadership skills.

• Apply now and take the next step in your career!