MELANIE YIU
Indigo
Toronto,ON
10
Years of experience
Planning and inventory professional with extensive experience in forecasting, inventory planning, replenishment and allocation across complex retail environments. Translates sales and inventory data into actionable recommendations and partners cross-functionally on new product launches, promotions and inventory strategy using SAP and advanced Excel.
Work History
Assistant Manager, Planning and Inventory
5 Years- Owned category forecasting and inventory planning for a ~$50M annual sales portfolio, using historical performance, sales trends and seasonality to anticipate demand and guide inventory decisions.
- Achieved 95%+ in-stock availability across core assortments through effective management of replenishment, WOS targets, and SKU/store inventory performance.
- Supported double-digit growth for Jellycat by adjusting forecasts and inventory plans to keep pace with increasing demand.
- Detected shifts in demand early through sales, WOS, and inventory analysis, adjusting reorders and inventory plans to prevent stockouts and reduce excess.
- Collaborated with merchandising and supply chain to synchronize forecasts with new launches, promotions, and evolving business priorities.
- Portfolio: Baby, Toddler toys, Games,Puzzles, Kids Plush,Lifestyle, Jellycat, Journals and Stationery.
Merchandise Planning Manager / Inventory Control
4 Years 2 Months- Built seasonal, monthly and weekly sales forecasts across Men's and Kids categories, translating sales trends into inventory and allocation plans.
- Adjusted item and store forecasts and inventory in response to demand changes, utilizing sales performance and WOS for informed decision-making.
- Planned new product allocations and weekly inventory transfers to keep stock aligned with demand across the store network.
- Leveraged sales forecasts and product performance to recommend markdowns and promotions, enhancing sell-through and mitigating inventory risk.
- Collaborated with Japan HQ to synchronize Canadian forecasts and inventory plans with global business strategy.
- Portfolio: Men's Outerwear, Men's Pants, Men's Shirts, Kids and Baby
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Skills
Inventory planning and optimization
Demand forecasting
Inventory replenishment and allocation
SKU/store-level planning
Sales and trend analysis
Promotional and product launch planning
Forecast analysis
Supply chain management
Advanced Excel proficiency
SAP ERP and BW expertise
Oracle SCM knowledge
JDA (Blue Yonder) experience
IMS data analysis
Data reporting and visualization
Cross-functional collaboration
Presentation skills
Data reporting
Cross-functional teamwork
Powerpoint
Personal Information
MERCHANDISE PLANNING, INVENTORY PLANNING,FORECASTING & ALLOCATION
Timeline
Assistant Manager, Planning and Inventory
Indigo
09.2021 - CurrentRead More
Merchandise Planning Manager / Inventory Control
Uniqlo Canada
07.2017 - 09.2021Read More
University of Sto Tomas
Bachelor of Science from Pharmacy
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