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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in demand planning and category management, with a strong focus on new product launch forecasting, inventory health, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in advanced Excel for data analysis and capable of managing SKU portfolio productivity while mentoring junior planners.
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Demand PlanningNew Product Launch ForecastingAdvanced ExcelSupply Chain ManagementCoaching and Mentoring
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Hard Skills
Demand PlanningForecastingInventory ManagementData AnalysisStock AllocationScenario-Based ForecastingSKU ManagementE&O Trade-Off AnalysisProduction Constraints UnderstandingAmazon Marketplace Planning
Soft Skills
CollaborationCultural AwarenessCommunicationLeadershipCoaching
Tools & Technologies
Power BISQLExcel3PL SystemsAmazon FBA
Certifications & Qualifications
APICSCPIMCIPS
Industry Keywords
Consumer ElectronicsMobile AccessoriesFast-Moving Consumer GoodsD2CRetail Forecasting
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesSQL
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Own the Device Accessories category plan end to end across demand, supply and inventory health
- Own NPD demand planning for iPhone, Google Pixel, Samsung S-series and foldable device launches
- Build initial launch forecasts, assumptions, IOQs and downside/mid/upside scenario-based cash exposure for leadership sign-off
- Own initial launch allocations, weekly allocation top-ups and Amazon restocks
- Track launch performance by range, colour and channel and make re-order or no-re-order decisions
- Own monthly forecasts for existing SKUs, quarterly corrections against actuals, and accessories and wireless charger forecasts
- Own re-ordering for existing SKUs against supplier MOQs and manage order approval
- Run weekly overstock checks, identify root causes and partner with Commercial on pricing and discounting to clear excess and obsolete stock
- Manage weekly allocations, hub-to-warehouse, Amazon and inter-warehouse stock transfers
- Coordinate retail planning, including NPD forecasts, IOQs, allocations, re-orders and web-versus-retail stock priority rules
- Own Availability, Forecast Accuracy (WAPE/bias) and E&O KPIs and embed the monthly S&OP cycle
- Drive SKU portfolio productivity by simplifying the range and reducing low-MOQ complexity
- Coordinate with Commercial, Marketplaces, Pricing, Product, Retail, Production, Procurement, Logistics, Data and Senior Leadership
- Line manage, coach and develop one Demand Planner
- Report to the S&OP Manager in China and represent the category to the Senior Leadership Team
Requirements
What you’ll need- 5–8 years’ experience in demand planning, category planning or S&OP for a fast-moving, high-SKU category, including proven ownership of a monthly cycle end to end
- New product launch forecasting tied to an external launch date, including scenario-based downside, mid and upside initial forecasts and IOQs before sales history exists
- Advanced Excel capability across large datasets of 1,000+ SKUs, multiple warehouses and channels
- Ability to quantify availability versus E&O trade-offs in units, cash and margin (CM2/CM3) and present them to senior stakeholders
- Working understanding of production and supply constraints, including MOQ, lead times, capacity, air versus sea freight, and warehouse / 3PL / Amazon FBA stock flows
- Experience allocating and transferring stock across regions and channels, including D2C web, Amazon and retail partners
- Experience managing, coaching or mentoring a junior planner
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain or similar is preferred
- Experience in consumer electronics, mobile / phone accessories or another category driven by third-party launch calendars is nice to have
- Exposure to Amazon marketplace planning, retail or wholesale forecasting alongside D2C, and tech, D2C, CPG or FMCG product environments is nice to have
- Hands-on Power BI or equivalent capability is nice to have
- SQL or data modelling exposure is nice to have
- Supply chain or planning certifications, such as APICS/CPIM or CIPS, or Excel and data analysis credentials are nice to have
- Must work across UK, Pakistan and China teams with cultural awareness and collaboration
- Normal working hours are 10am–7pm PKT
Benefits
Comp & perks- Monthly support for daily commuting and work-related travel
- Comprehensive monthly medical allowance
- One month of paid leave after 5 years’ service
- Competitive pay aligned with experience and impact
- Training budget
- Regular Mousterclasses to share expertise across teams
- Access to exclusive perks and discounts via Charlie HR
- Hybrid working model with four days per week in the Lahore office and optional work from home on Friday
- Global collaboration with international teams, including weekly all-hands and virtual socials