Demand Planning Executive
JOB DESCRIPTION
Industry: Designer toys and collectible pieces
Location: Canary Wharf, London
Job type: Full-time Permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
About POP MART
Founded in 2010, POP MART is a market-leading entertainment company and a global champion of designer toy culture. Through global artist development, IP operations, and designer toy culture evangelism, we have built an integrated platform covering the entire designer toy value chain. Besides our original and iconic IPs such as Molly, Hirono, Skullpanda, and LABUBU, POP MART collaborates with top-tier toys and lifestyle brands including Disney, Universal Studios, and Sanrio to create collectible art toys featuring their iconic characters.
In the UK, POP MART operates seven stores in London and Midlands, and over six Robo Shops (vending machines for POP MART products). With our ambitious growth plan, we continue to expand our retail network by opening new stores in London and nationwide.
For more information, please visit www.popmart.com and our LinkedIn Career page.
What to Expect
POP MART is a boutique-sized company with a young and multicultural team where you can expect to:
* Gain valuable professional experience covering the entire retail life cycle
* Have the opportunity to work with people from different countries and cultures in a collaborative environment
* Receive structured customer service, retail operations, and product training
* Be proactively involved in the company’s growth
Benefits
POP MART offers our employees:
* Selected POP MART toys as appreciation gifts every month
* A structured bonus/commission scheme in line with the company’s and the individual’s performance
* Comprehensive training and development programs
* Regular team social events
* Paid rest breaks
The Role and Candidate
The Demand Planning Executive will play a crucial role in optimising POP MART's inventory management and logistics operations across the wholesalers. Reporting to the Key Account Manager, this dynamic position is responsible for managing merchandise transfers, maintaining warehouse systems, and conducting data analysis, forecasting, stock replenishment to support the company's efficient retail operations. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with various departments to ensure smooth inventory flow, accurate data management, and timely reporting, contributing significantly to POP MART's operational excellence and growth objectives.
Responsibilities
* Manage merchandise transfers and daily operations between multiple wholesale account across Europe and warehouses
* Maintain warehouse systems and internal data systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency
* Facilitate communication between retail, warehouse, and headquarters to ensure smooth operations
* Handle customs clearance and process logistics invoices for reimbursement
* Participate in quarterly and annual inventory counts, ensuring proper stock management
* Conduct data analysis and provide regular reports or summaries to support decision-making
* Handle operational emergencies and solve problems quickly and effectively
* Collaborate with the merchandise team to ensure timely delivery of projects and tasks
* Complete other tasks assigned according to project needs
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree
* Open to recent graduates; candidates with relevant internship experience are preferred
* Proficiency in MS Office suite (particularly Excel and PowerPoint) and data analysis tools
* Proficiency in English speaking and writing
* Strong sense of responsibility, with good organisational and coordination abilities
* Detail-oriented, with the ability to quickly solve problems and handle operational emergencies
* Capable of efficiently handling multiple tasks and working effectively in a team environment
* Strong self-motivation and ability to work independently when required
Desirable but Not Essential
* Experience in the toy industry or retail sector
* Familiarity with UK retail landscape and logistics operations
* Experience with inventory management software or ERP systems