Lead Planning Analyst

Lead Planning Analyst. Bengaluru, Karnataka. Posted 8 days ago. Closes 20 July 2026. Permanent. Job category: Finance & Economics. Primary Size, Grading & Location Planning Responsibilities: Grading: Own and develop/maintain grading guidelines/strategies. Ensure grading guidelines/strategies are being followed through grading review process. Create and maintain store grading at the class level. Monitor and review the grading process to ensure compliance with established guidelines. Review high volume/low space stores. Analyze stores with high sales volume but limited space and provide actionable insights. Determine how to best optimize high volume/low space stores. Identify and implement strategies to maximize efficiency and sales in these stores. Communicate individual store grade adjustments. Inform relevant stakeholders about changes in store grades. Adjust store grades based on identified opportunities for improvement. Sizing: Own size strategy. Develop/manage the overall size strategy for the company. Determine level to profile and strategies to drive size precision. Review and analyze size curves for each store before they are finalized and published. Develop and maintain detailed size profiles for different classes and item types. Conduct analysis to find size-related opportunities based on brand, region, or demographics and provide actionable insights to relevant stakeholders. Review/examine actual sales data, allocated sizes, and planned penetration percentages. Identify areas for improvement and make recommendations to enhance size allocation accuracy. Collaborate with ASMs and Business Units to build store clusters. Implement/roll out localization strategies and brand/category-specific initiatives. Projects & Reporting: Develop, Monitor, Publish and Maintain allocation reporting. Take ownership of creating and maintaining weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports for allocation business. This includes developing executive dashboards for senior leaders to provide them with clear and actionable insights. Collaborate/support on company projects and requests related to allocation and sizing by providing data analysis and insights as needed. Ensure the accuracy and relevance of data used in various corporate initiatives, supporting informed decision-making. Core Competencies & Accomplishments: 6 to 8 years of experience in Retail Supply Chain - planning and allocation, merchandising planning, inventory management and forecasting. Critical thinking, Problem Solving & Decision-making. Business planning and financial analysis, Allocation, Planning, Buying, Merchandising, Inventory Control and Supply Chain knowledge. Proficiency in Blue Yonder INFORM/JDA/EFAs or other planning and allocation operating system. Experience with Microstrategy Planning & Reporting tools a plus. Proficiency in intermediate excel. Enjoy a rewarding career at Catalyst Brands Business Services, where we offer a competitive benefits package, a vibrant work environment, and the opportunity to make a difference at one of America's most iconic retailers. Benefits: Medical insurance coverage, Accident insurance, Life and Gratuity insurance, Employee assistance program, creche/day care support, adoption assistance program, paid leaves, maternity leave, paternity leave, bereavement leave, adoption leave, compensatory leave, free cab services(door pick up and door drop),Ekin Care. On-site amenities: Onsite sick/wellness room, office doctor visits, cafeteria services (free lunch),tuck shop, nursing/lactation room, footstools for expecting mothers, gym, innovation lab, recreation room, vibrant co-working spaces and meeting rooms. Exciting location: Our office is located in one of India's largest contiguous and most-well known business parks. Spanning 15.2 msf, Embassy Manyata is located in a prominent growth corridor, which connects the international airport to the city centre. Opportunities for growth and development: We are committed to helping our employees grow their careers and develop their skills. We offer a variety of training and development programs, as well as opportunities for advancement. Collaborative and supportive culture: We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage teamwork and collaboration, and we are always looking for ways to support our employees' success.