Merchandise Planner – Duty Free (Cairo)

About the role

The Merchandise Planner will support Chalhoub Group’s Cairo Duty Free operation by analysing sales, stock and planning metrics to ensure optimal inventory levels across stores. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to align product assortment, launches and promotions with demand forecasts.

Key responsibilities

• Review sales performance, stock levels and key planning KPIs to identify inventory risks and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain demand forecasts, open‑to‑buy (OTB) plans and inventory strategies based on sales trends and promotional activities.
• Manage store allocation and replenishment through the Blue Yonder system, reviewing allocations, resolving exceptions and optimizing stock distribution.
• Partner with Buying, Retail, Finance, Marketing and Store Operations to align assortment plans, product launches and trading strategies.
• Coordinate product launch activities, including minimum display quantities (MDQs) and allocation profiles.
• Monitor inventory health by analysing stock aging, sell‑through performance and markdown opportunities, working with Operations and Logistics to improve stock productivity.

Required profile

• Proven experience in merchandise planning, allocation or inventory management within a retail environment.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and forecast demand.
• Excellent collaboration skills to work with buying, finance, marketing and store teams.

Required skills

• Blue Yonder allocation and replenishment system