Commercial Planning Manager
About this role
We are looking for a Commercial Planning Manager to lead commercial planning activities across assortment, inventory health, SKU productivity, and range optimization.
The role will translate commercial strategy into actionable plans that improve assortment productivity, reduce overstock, optimize inventory, and support profitable growth. You will work closely with Category Management, Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Master Data, Commercial Excellence, and Media Buying teams to drive planning decisions and ensure strong execution.
Key Responsibilities- Lead assortment planning and range optimization across categories.
- Monitor inventory health, overstock, slow-moving and aged stock, and drive clearance actions.
- Lead SKU rationalization to improve product and category productivity.
- Analyze sales, margin, stock cover, availability, and SKU performance to identify opportunities and risks.
- Support monthly, quarterly, and seasonal commercial planning activities.
- Work closely with Category Management, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, and other key stakeholders to align plans and drive execution.
- Provide commercial insights and recommendations to support management decision-making.
- Planning, Category Planning, Retail Planning, or a similar role.
- Strong experience in assortment planning, inventory management, SKU rationalization, and range optimization.
- Strong understanding of retail commercial metrics such as sales, margin, sell-through, stock cover, inventory value, and SKU productivity.
- Experience working closely with Category Management and Supply/Demand Planning teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced Excel skills and strong ability to work with data and planning reports.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to translate data and analysis into clear commercial actions and recommendations.
Company at a glance
Born from big dreams in 2022, Riyadh, Ninja quickly leaped from concept to reality, fueled by the trust and loyalty of our vibrant community. From the start, we've been more than a delivery service; we're your go-to Ninjas for everything essential โ grocery, bakery, coffee, beauty and hygiene products, and more, all delivered in stealth mode, in less than 30 minutes, thanks to our network of dark-stores and swift last-mile service. Through listening, learning, and relentlessly refining, today Ninja has become a symbol of efficiency and speed.
Craving a delivery service that matches your dynamic lifestyle, available at the swipe of a finger? Enter Ninja. With our app, a world of tens of thousands of products awaits your command, ready to be delivered with an unmatched speed. Whether it's a feast for tonight or the essentials for everyday life, we've got you covered, offering a seamless, hassle-free experience that is as fast as it is reliable.
Ninja's quest did not end in Riyadh. Our operations extended to cover all of Saudi Arabia (Jeddah, Eastern Province, Mecca, Madina, Kharj, Tabuk, Hail, Buraidah, and much more); and then beyond Saudi Arabia, weโre bringing Ninja to other GCC countries, like Qatar and Bahrain. This expansion isn't just growth; it's our pledge to provide everyone with Ninja's promise of speed, reliability, and convenience.
With Ninja, every delivery is an adventure, and every order is a mission accomplished. Join us on this exhilarating journey. Download the Ninja App! www.ananinja.com/app
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