A well-known, market-leading FMCG Retail brand require a Senior Merchandise Planner to join their supply chain team. This role is pivotal in planning, coordinating and optimising the flow of stock across the business, ensuring products are delivered on time, in full and at the most effective cost. The ideal candidate will work closely with various teams including Buying, Merchandising and Distribution, playing a key role in supporting product availability, seasonal demand and promotional activity.
Specific duties of the Senior Merchandise Planner include:
Develop and manage inbound supply plans aligned with demand forecasts, seasonal launches and promotional activity.
Maintain purchase orders in line with lead times, minimum order quantities and supplier capacity.
Ensure product availability for key launches and peak trading periods.
Balance availability, stock health and inbound capacity to support both store and online demand.
Conduct regular performance reviews with the Buyer to assess risks, opportunities and trading performance.
Manage the end-to-end range review process against critical path deadlines.
Plan and manage stock intake for promotional campaigns and seasonal events.
Act as the primary planning contact for assigned suppliers, supporting performance reviews and identifying opportunities to improve supply chain efficiency.
Senior Merchandise Planner applicants should meet the following criteria:
Proven experience in merchandise planning within; FMCG, Retail, Distribution or Wholesale environment
Strong commercial mindset with a track record of driving sales performance and delivering key business KPIs.
Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in planning systems.
Ability to lead and develop a team, setting clear objectives and fostering a high-performance culture.
Strong communication skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships.
Resilient and solution-focused with a proactive approach to problem-solving