Hertfordshire / Essex location – Office-based
* Are you a Merchandise Planner, Demand Planner, or Inventory Planner?
* Are you experienced in forecasting, stock planning, and trading performance?
We’re working with a fast-growing, omni channel consumer brand entering an exciting new phase of growth and transformation. As part of this, they are hiring an Inventory & Demand Planner; a role with clear progression.
This is not a traditional planning role. You’ll play a key part in shaping how planning operates across the business, working closely with senior stakeholders and having a direct impact on trading performance.
What you’ll be doing
* Owning SKU-level demand forecasting, incorporating seasonality, promotions, and trading patterns
* Managing inventory and replenishment strategies to optimise availability and minimise excess stock
* Partnering with ecommerce, commercial, and operations teams to align stock decisions with trading plans
* Analysing performance, identifying trends, and making data-driven recommendations to improve sales and margins
* Supporting the evolution of planning processes, tools, and reporting
Experience:
We’re looking for someone with a blend of analytical capability and commercial thinking. Ideally from a retail, ecommerce, or consumer goods background.
You’ll likely be:
* A Merchandise Planner, Demand Planner, or Inventory Planner
* Experienced in forecasting, stock planning, and trading performance
* Comfortable working cross-functionally with commercial and operational teams
* Someone with strong progression in your career to date
* Ambitious and ready to step into leadership in the near future
* Experience in fast-paced environments (retail, ecommerce, FMCG) is highly desirable
The Offer:
* High-growth business with strong investment in ecommerce and planning capability
* High visibility and impact across the business
* Opportunity to help shape the future planning structure
* Work closely with an experienced leadership team with a track record of developing talent
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