Demand Planner

KJ Talent & Partners; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty company is seeking a Demand Planner to join their growing team in London. This role involves developing demand forecasts, optimizing inventory levels, and ensuring product availability. The ideal candidate has proven experience in demand planning within the beauty or FMCG industries and strong analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel and forecasting tools. Excellent communication and collaboration skills are essential for aligning with sales and marketing teams. The position offers opportunities for operational efficiencies and growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in demand planning, supply chain, or a similar role within the beauty, cosmetics, or FMCG industry.
• Proficient in data analysis and statistical forecasting.
• Strong collaboration skills to work across departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update demand forecasts based on data.
• Align forecasts with sales, marketing, and finance teams.
• Monitor sales performance and inventory levels.
• Collaborate with supply chain teams for optimal stock levels.
• Use statistical models to enhance forecast accuracy.

Skills

Proven experience in demand planning

Strong analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel

Knowledge of statistical forecasting methods

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Statistics, or a related field

Tools

Forecasting tools

ERP systems

Job description

Demand Planner

2 Days in the office - London

KJ Talent & Partners are partnering exclusively with a highly successful beauty company, with a growing portfolio of market-leading, personal care and beauty products. From their thriving London head office to their tech hub in Tel Aviv and their Hong Kong innovation Centre, they distribute to more than 40 countries worldwide.

We are looking for a commercially savvy and highly analytical Demand Planner to join the business at time of double digit growth. You will play a critical role in forecasting demand, optimising inventory levels, and ensuring product availability to meet customer needs. By leveraging data analysis, market trends, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams, you will drive operational efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update demand forecasts based on historical data, market trends, promotions, and new product launches.
• Work closely with sales, marketing, and finance teams to align forecasts.
• Monitor sales performance and inventory levels.
• Collaborate with supply chain and procurement teams to ensure optimal stock levels.
• Use statistical models and demand planning software to enhance forecast accuracy.

Requirements

• Proven experience in demand planning, supply chain, or a similar role within the beauty, cosmetics, or FMCG industry.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, forecasting tools, and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of statistical forecasting methods and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Statistics, or a related field.