Manager, Inventory Planning and Management

About the role

Coupang is expanding its operations in Taiwan and is looking for a leader to join the Instock team, which manages inventory to build and maintain a wide selection while controlling costs such as overstock. The team works closely with business/vendor managers, supply chain, product, program and finance teams. The position is based in Taipei.

Key responsibilities

• Plan inventory so that customers and vendors get the right items at the right time and place.
• Work with cross-functional partners to meet customer in-stock and vendor needs.
• Drive business growth by keeping desired items in stock and well stocked.
• Partner with vendors regularly to optimise metrics such as lead time and fill rate.
• Use data to prioritise actions and analyse root causes of issues.
• Manage ordering processes and systems, balancing competing priorities.
• Guide the development of processes and controls for forecasting, inbound and inventory management systems.

Required profile

• 5+ years of experience in demand forecasting, ordering, procurement, inventory management and supply chain.
• Bachelor's degree in a supply chain-related field.
• Proven ability to partner with vendors and strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience collaborating with sales and operations stakeholders; e-commerce and/or retail experience preferred.
• Mandarin and English proficiency required.

Required skills

• Strong Excel proficiency required.
• SQL and other technical skills are a plus.

Applicants must use their Coupang e-mail address to apply and complete an internal transfer request form. The process includes recruiter screening, job fit interview, focus interview and offer, and the posting may close early if filled.