Demand Planner

Global Retail Brands Australia; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 90 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Global Retail Brands Australia is seeking a commercially minded Demand Planner to integrate into our Planning team in Melbourne. The role focuses on translating customer trends and sales data into accurate forecasts that guide inventory and product availability.

You will partner with Merchandising and Sales to support launches, promotions, and trading periods, while monitoring forecast accuracy and driving improvements across planning processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, or a similar analytical role.
• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, Commerce, or related field.
• Experience using forecasting, planning, or ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to handle large data sets.

Responsabilités

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts using sales performance, market trends, promotional activity, and seasonal factors.
• Partner with stakeholders to align demand plans with business objectives and supply capabilities.
• Analyse sales trends, inventory performance, and customer purchasing behaviour to optimise stock levels.
• Collaborate with Merchandise and Sales teams to support launches, promotions, markdowns, and trading periods.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and refine plans to minimise stock shortages and excess inventory.
• Leverage planning systems and analytical tools to improve forecasting effectiveness.
• Provide meaningful insights and recommendations to support strategic decisions.
• Identify opportunities and risks across demand patterns, supply performance, and market conditions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning processes and service levels.

Connaissances

Demand planning

Inventory planning

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Formation

Degree in SCM, Business, Economics, or Commerce

Outils

ERP systems

Description du poste

Ready to shape the future of some of Australia's favourite home and lifestyle brands?

At Global Retail Brands, we're passionate about creating inspiring shopping experiences through our much-loved retail brands and a network of more than 300 stores across Australia. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a commercially minded and data-driven Demand Planner to join our dynamic Planning team.

About the Role

As our Demand Planner, you'll be at the heart of the inventory planning process, translating customer trends, sales data, and market insights into accurate demand forecasts that influence strategic decision-making across the business.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Developing and maintaining demand forecasts using sales performance, market trends, promotional activity, and seasonal factors
• Partnering with key stakeholders to align demand plans with business objectives and supply capabilities
• Analysing sales trends, inventory performance, and customer purchasing behaviour to optimise stock levels
• Collaborating closely with Merchandise and Sales teams to support new product launches, promotions, markdowns, and key trading periods
• Monitoring forecast accuracy and proactively refining plans to minimise stock shortages and excess inventory
• Leveraging planning systems and analytical tools to improve forecasting effectiveness and drive better outcomes
• Providing meaningful insights and recommendations that support strategic business decisions
• Identifying opportunities and risks across demand patterns, supply chain performance, and market conditions
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning processes, efficiencies, and service levels

About You

You're naturally curious, analytical, and enjoy turning data into meaningful business outcomes. You thrive in a fast-paced retail environment and love working collaboratively to solve complex challenges.

You’ll bring:

• Previous experience in Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, Supply Chain, Merchandise Planning, or a similar analytical role
• A degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, Commerce, or a related discipline
• Experience using forecasting, planning, or ERP systems
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with large data sets
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with excellent attention to detail
• A solid understanding of retail trading patterns, seasonal fluctuations, and inventory management principles
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence and partner with stakeholders across the business

Why Join Us?

At Global Retail Brands, you'll be part of a collaborative and high-performing team that values innovation, curiosity, and continuous improvement. If you're passionate about planning, forecasting, and driving commercial results, we'd love to hear from you.