Product Planning Executive

Drive effective merchandise planning and inventory management for the audio product portfolio (e.g., speakers, headphones, soundbars, accessories) by aligning supply with market demand.

This role ensures optimal SKU allocation, stock health, and purchasing plans across all sales channels (showroom, dealers, e-commerce), ultimately maximizing sell-out performance while minimizing inventory risks and costs.

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Merchandise Planning & Allocation

Develop and execute SKU-level allocation plans for audio products across: Showrooms, Dealers, distributors, Online channels

Balance stock distribution based on: Sales performance, Store potential, Regional demand

2. Inventory Monitoring & Optimization

Monitor end-to-end inventory health (warehouse + channel level): Identify low-stock, overstock, and slow-moving SKUs

Proactively recommend: Stock reallocation between locations, clearance / promotion plans for aging inventory, ensure optimal stock coverage (DOH) and turnover rate

3. Sales Forecasting & Demand Planning

Support and refine sales forecasts by SKU/category based on:

• Historical sell-out data
• Seasonality (e.g., peak seasons, campaigns)
• Product lifecycle (new launch vs. mature SKUs)

Collaborate with Sales & Marketing to align forecasts with:

• Campaign plans
• Product launches
• Channel strategies

4. Purchasing & Supply Coordination

Propose purchasing plans for audio products based on: forecast demand, current inventory levels, lead time from suppliers

Track: purchase orders, production timelines (for imported or exclusive products), delivery schedules

Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to avoid:

• Stock-outs on key SKUs
• Excess inventory on low-performing SKUs

5. Performance Tracking & Reporting

Prepare and analyze key metrics:

• Sell-in vs. sell-out
• Inventory turnover
• Stock aging
• Forecast accuracy
• Deliver weekly/monthly reports with actionable insights: SKU performance, channel performance, inventory risks & opportunities

6. Assortment & Portfolio Optimization

Evaluate and optimize product assortment per channel/store:

• Core SKUs vs. niche SKUs
• Entry vs. premium segmentation

Recommend:

• SKU prioritization
• Phase-out plan for underperforming products
• New product allocation strategy

Address: 5-7, D52 Street, Bay Hien Ward, HCMC

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Economics, or related field

2–4 years experience in: Merchandise planning / Demand planning / Supply chain. Preferably in consumer electronics or audio industry

Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret: Sales data, inventory metrics

Proficiency in:

Excel (advanced)

Data tools / ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc. is a plus)

Power BI

Understanding of:

Retail operations (sell-in vs. sell-out)

Product lifecycle & seasonality

Mindset & Behavior

Detail-oriented and data-driven

Strong ownership and proactive problem-solving

Ability to work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Operations

Commercial mindset (not just supply planning, but impact on sales)

CAREER PATH

This role serves as a key pipeline for both commercial and supply chain leadership tracks:

Short-term (1–2 years)

Senior Merchandise Planner

Category Planning Specialist (Audio)

Mid-term (2–4 years)

Category Manager (Audio)

Demand Planning Manager

Commercial Planning Lead