Assistant Manager – Planning - Footwear

Role Summary The Assistant Manager – Footwear – Merchandise Planning is responsible for driving season-wise stock planning, allocation, replenishment, and performance monitoring for the footwear category. The role ensures availability of the right product mix across stores and warehouses, achievement of planned sell-through, optimized stock turns, and attainment of topline targets. Key Responsibilities Pre-Season Planning Collaborate with Buying and central planning teams to finalize monthly assortment and order qtys in sync with planned sales and inventory norms. Plan store base stock and allocations for proper launch and deployment. Season Launch Allocation Review allocation plans to bridge the gaps, ensuring timely availability of stock. Track planned vs. inspected options to ensure launches are executed as per hit dates. In-Season Monitoring & Replenishment Monitor store-level stock cover, mix, and ageing on a weekly/fortnightly basis; take corrective actions as required. Review store performance (STR, sell-through, LFL growth) and initiate corrective interventions for slow movers. Timely validate system update for replenishment and deployment. Dispatches in line with store and departmental performance with base fill. Track RDC inward/outward movement and align with Operations to resolve deviations. Conduct store and market visits to capture customer feedback, competitive insights, and product gaps. Promotions & Discounting Support store-level execution of promotions and discounts; monitor effectiveness and impact on sales. Track and review discount performance across stores to maximize sell-through. End of Season Management (EOSS) Plan and execute EOSS allocations based on discount structure, store profile, and budget. Ensure timely dispatch of discounted stock to stores in coordination with SCM. Work with RDC on consolidation of unsold stock; convert into prepacks for future reuse (e.g., winter-centric stocks). Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Accuracy of forecasting and allocation. Replenishment timeliness and effectiveness. Sell-through achievement vs. budget. Stock turn and ageing norms at store level. Discount sell-through during promotions/EOSS. Qualifications & Skills Graduate/Post-Graduate in Business, Retail Management, or related field. 3–6 years of experience in merchandise planning, preferably in footwear/apparel/retail industry. Strong analytical and numerical skills with proficiency in MS Excel/Planning tools. Ability to work cross-functionally with Buying, SCM, and Operations teams. Strong business acumen, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail. Good communication and stakeholder management skills.

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