Demand Planner

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

Demand Planner

Location: Edinburgh Area

Salary: Up to £37,000

Our client are seeking an experienced Demand & Supply Planner to join a growing team. This role combines data‑driven forecasting with strong communication skills to ensure stock availability while minimising waste and working capital risk. You’ll also be responsible for setting up and maintaining product data across multiple systems and sales platforms.

Key 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, promotions, and marketing activity with accurate stock planning.
• Maintain accurate product information across internal systems and e‑commerce platforms.

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a demand planning role within retail or FMCG.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel capability.
• Experience managing product data and listings on e‑commerce platforms.
• Knowledge of Amazon Seller Central or Shopify is desirable.

Detail‑oriented, proactive, and highly organised, with excellent communication skills.

For more information regarding this opportunity contact Peter Hasson.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Supply Chain and Strategy/Planning
• Industries: Manufacturing