Demand Planner

BOOTS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty company in Nottingham is seeking a Demand Planner to optimize inventory levels and forecast demand across the UK & EMEA. The role requires proven experience in demand planning, analytical skills, and strong commercial awareness. You will utilize E2Open's demand planning software, collaborate with commercial teams, and drive improvements in forecasting accuracy. The company offers a range of benefits and is open to discussing flexible work options.

Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous discount on own brands

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in demand planning, preferably in beauty or FMCG.
• Advanced user of MS Excel for managing and analyzing large datasets.
• Strong understanding of S&OP process.

Responsibilities

• Generate accurate SKU-level forecasts for UK & EMEA markets.
• Manage the Account Review consensus process.
• Maintain and optimize demand planning parameters.

Skills

Demand planning

Data analysis

Excel

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Education

Degree or corresponding professional qualifications

Tools

E2Open

Demand planning systems

Job description

Contract: Permanent

Location: Nottingham

Recruitment Partner: Anastasia Walker

Who we are

No7 Beauty Company is made up of five iconic brands – No7, Liz Earle, Soap & Glory, Botanics and Sleek MakeUP. We believe in creating the best in beauty for everyone – we’re innovators with a passion for challenging perceptions with ground‑breaking products, proven results and positive impact. We have built a reputation on scientific innovation, whilst being environmentally sustainable and socially responsible. We are an equal opportunity employer, empowering our team members to be their authentic selves as we share a culture where diversity, equity and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do.

About the role

In the Supply Chain team at No7 Beauty Company we delight our customers with excellent availability of products whilst managing a highly efficient operating model to maximise value for the Boots Group. We manage the flow of products from supplier through to customers across the globe and through our insights, data and stewardship we help the organisation to create and execute the plans that deliver financial success.

The Demand Planner plays a critical role in ensuring accurate demand forecasts to optimise inventory levels, support business growth, and maintain high service levels across the UK & EMEA region. The role involves analysing sales data, market trends, and customer insights to develop reliable, accurate sales forecasts.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate accurate SKU‑level forecasts using E2Open’s demand planning software for UK & EMEA Markets, ensuring forecasts can be viewed in volume and value metrics.
• Manage the Account Review consensus process with Commercial teams to align the volume Demand Plan with Commercial Plans.
• Ensure the Demand Plan includes all confirmed promotional activities & NPD plans in the short to medium term, as well as longer‑term planned assumptions to support the S&OP process.
• Conduct structured discussions with internal customers to collaboratively agree on market intelligence added to the Demand Plan and challenge assumptions where necessary with supporting evidence.
• Evaluate Forecast Accuracy & Forecast Bias KPI trends, identifying opportunities for process improvements and enhanced accuracy.
• Work closely with No7 Beauty Company Supply Planning Team to communicate weekly changes to the Demand Plan effectively and assess the impact.
• Maintain and optimise parameters within the Demand Planning system to enhance forecast control and reliability.
• Collaborate with supply planning teams to ensure stock availability aligns with demand forecasts.
• Assist in planning and forecasting new product launches, working with marketing and commercial teams for successful execution.
• Utilise demand planning tools and systems to improve forecasting capabilities and efficiency.
• Identify risks and opportunities in demand fluctuations and provide strategic recommendations to mitigate supply chain disruptions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in demand planning systems and processes to enhance long‑term forecasting and event management.
• Prepare reports and dashboards to communicate demand trends and performance to key stakeholders, supporting data‑driven decision‑making.
• Use analysis to optimise the portfolio by managing low touch SKUs and driving adoption on statistical modelling.

What you’ll need to have

• Proven experience in demand planning, in the beauty, FMCG, or retail industry.
• Degree educated or corresponding professional qualifications.
• Experience of Demand Planning tools and techniques.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Excellent numeracy skills.
• Advanced user of MS Excel with experience and techniques of managing & analysing large volumes of data.
• Experience of stakeholder management.
• Good understanding of Demand Planning within the context of an S&OP process.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Committed to continuous improvement.
• Collaborate across functions and proficient at building effective partnerships.
• Lead on accountability and facilitate difficult conversations to ensure all stakeholders deliver on commitments.

It would be great if you also have

• Experience of a CPG environment.

Our benefits

• Retirement Savings Plan
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Generous discount on our own brands and partner businesses
• Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more.

We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you – go to no7company.jobs/working-here to find out more. Exclusions may apply, eligible roles only. Please note, any salary estimates given on third‑party sites are not provided or endorsed by No7 Beauty Company and may not be accurate.

What’s next

Where a role is advertised as full‑time, we are open to discussing part‑time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.

We are a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis.