Demand Planner
A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
Plymouth, Devon | Permanent, Full-Time | Salary up to £35k plus benenfits
Are you a commercially minded Demand Planner who loves turning data into action?
Were working with a leading home, garden and leisure retailer, one of the UKs fastest-growing privately owned retailers and a Sunday Times Top Track 100 company. Theyve grown to over 200 stores nationwide - and theyre not slowing down. With people truly at the heart of their business, theyre investing in talent to help shape an exciting future.
Due to continued growth and expansion, theyre now looking for a dynamic Demand Planner to join the team at Head Office.
The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key part in delivering accurate demand forecasts and ensuring effective replenishment across a fast-paced retail environment.
Youll be responsible for managing forecasting outputs, maintaining system accuracy, and providing valuable insight to drive stock availability and promotional success.
What Youll Be Doing
Demand Forecasting & Planning
· Running demand forecasts and placing orders in line with system outputs and business requirements
· Monitoring daily forecast outputs and system alerts
· Managing SKU/order exceptions and working closely with Buying teams
· Analysing demand trends and ensuring forecasts reflect promotional activity
· Reviewing the promotional calendar and ensuring future activity is correctly loaded
· Identifying and investigating significant forecast vs. actual variances to improve model accuracy
Replenishment, Ordering & Allocations
· Setting and reviewing system allocations
· Creating and maintaining effective ordering schedules
· Reviewing promotional allocations at store level and ensuring system accuracy
· Correcting non-regionalised orders where required
About You
Youll thrive in a data-driven environment and enjoy working cross-functionally to keep stock flowing efficiently.
Were looking for someone who has:
· Experience in demand planning, forecasting, replenishment or supply chain within retail or FMCG
· Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data
· Experience using forecasting or replenishment systems (highly desirable)
· Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with BI/analytics tools
· Excellent attention to detail and a passion for data accuracy
· Strong commercial awareness and confident communication skills
Whats On Offer
· Competitive salary
· Pension scheme
· Long service awards
· Employee discount
· Cycle to work scheme
If youre looking to join a growing, ambitious retail business where your analysis genuinely impacts trading performance and stock availability, this could be the perfect next step. xjlbheb
If youd like to know more or have a confidential chat, feel free to get in touch.
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