Data-Driven Demand & Supply Planner - Retail/FMCG

Alexander Steele Recruitment; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 33,300 - 40,700; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Demand Planner to join a growing team in Edinburgh. This role involves data-driven forecasting to ensure stock availability while reducing waste. Responsibilities include managing inventory, monitoring sales performance, and building supplier relationships. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in demand planning within retail or FMCG and strong analytical skills. This position offers full-time employment in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a demand planning role within retail or FMCG.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organised, with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory to maintain optimal stock levels and ensure product availability.
• Monitor sales performance and forecast demand, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Build strong supplier relationships to ensure accurate forecasts and timely deliveries.
• Support new product launches and marketing activity with accurate stock planning.
• Maintain accurate product information across internal systems.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Advanced Excel capability

Knowledge of Amazon Seller Central

Knowledge of Shopify

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Demand Planner to join a growing team in Edinburgh. This role involves data-driven forecasting to ensure stock availability while reducing waste. Responsibilities include managing inventory, monitoring sales performance, and building supplier relationships. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in demand planning within retail or FMCG and strong analytical skills. This position offers full-time employment in a dynamic environment.