Planning Manager

Skills:
Strategic Planning, Project Management, Data Analysis, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Planning, Planning Analysis,

Company Overview

Reliance Retail is India's largest and most profitable retailer, offering a diversified omni-channel presence through integrated store concepts and digital platforms. With a vast store network and strong supply chain infrastructure, we strive to provide superior value and quality to our customers. We cater to over 193 million loyal customers across major consumption categories such as Consumer Electronics, Fashion & Lifestyle, Grocery, Pharma, and Connectivity. Headquartered in Mumbai, we boast a workforce of over 10,001 employees.

Job Overview

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The Planning Manager role at Reliance Retail is aimed at enhancing our operational efficiency in Delhi. This full-time, mid-level position requires strategic oversight to streamline our retail functions. The Planning Manager will play a critical role in managing and executing data-driven strategies to improve performance and outcomes. The ideal candidate must excel in strategic planning and project management.

Qualifications And Skills

• Strategic planning experience to orchestrate and implement high-level business strategies (Mandatory skill).
• Proven project management capabilities, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope (Mandatory skill).
• Strong data analysis skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets and derive actionable insights.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively present findings and influence stakeholders at various levels.
• Adept problem-solving abilities to proactively address and resolve business challenges.
• Sound decision-making skills to guide strategic and operational plans.
• In-depth understanding of planning techniques to optimize retail operations and processes.
• Experience in planning analysis to evaluate business trends and anticipate future needs.
  
  

Roles And Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies and policies to enhance planning and operational efficiency.
• Manage projects from conception through to execution, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Analyze market and business data to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align strategic goals with operational objectives.
• Monitor progress of initiatives and provide regular updates to senior management.
• Facilitate effective communication internally to ensure coherence and understanding of strategic plans.
• Address bottlenecks and challenges proactively to minimize disruptions.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior planning staff, fostering their professional development.