Inventory Planner: Demand Forecasting & Replenishment

The Range; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing retail company in Plymouth is seeking an Inventory Planner to enhance stock availability through effective demand forecasting and replenishment management. The role involves analyzing demand patterns, liaising with buying teams, and maintaining accurate forecasting systems. Candidates should have experience in demand planning within a retail or FMCG environment along with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel. Competitive salary and additional benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Long service awards

Employee discount

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in demand planning or forecasting within retail/FMCG.
• Ability to interpret complex data and identify trends.
• Experience with forecasting or replenishment systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Run demand forecasts and place orders as per system outputs.
• Monitor daily forecast outputs and intervene as necessary.
• Liaise with buying teams on SKU/order exceptions.
• Review and analyze demand against expected patterns.
• Maintain and create ordering schedules for stock availability.

Skills

Demand planning

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication

Tools

BI or analytics tools

Job description

A fast-growing retail company in Plymouth is seeking an Inventory Planner to enhance stock availability through effective demand forecasting and replenishment management. The role involves analyzing demand patterns, liaising with buying teams, and maintaining accurate forecasting systems. Candidates should have experience in demand planning within a retail or FMCG environment along with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel. Competitive salary and additional benefits are offered.