Demand Planner

Wendy B Ltd; Kingston upon Thames; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury FMCG company in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a Demand Planner / Buyer to enhance demand forecasting processes, manage inventory levels, and collaborate with sales teams. The ideal candidate has around 2 years of experience in demand planning and a strong command of Excel. This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000–£45,000, along with bonuses and outstanding benefits in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Outstanding benefits

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Around 2 years’ experience in demand planning or similar within FMCG.
• Confident with Excel and forecasting systems.
• Well-organised and detail-driven.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain accurate rolling demand and purchase forecasts.
• Manage monthly stock ordering cycles for timely replenishment.
• Monitor and optimise inventory levels tracking key KPIs.

Skills

Demand planning

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Collaboration

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Demand Planner / Buyer– Luxury FMCG | £40,000 - £45,000 + Bonus + Outstanding Benefits | Kingston, Surrey (Hybrid) 37.5 hour week

Are you a Demand Planner, Junior Buyer, Buying Coordinator ready to take the next step in your career?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading player in the luxury beauty and wellness industry, working with globally recognised consumer brands and learning everything ‘best practice’ from an exceptional team.

You’ll be part of a dynamic environment where collaboration, curiosity, and commercial acumen are valued every day.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Build and maintain accurate rolling demand and purchase forecasts across multiple premium brands.
• Manage monthly stock ordering cycles, ensuring timely and accurate replenishment in line with demand forecasts.
• Monitor and optimise inventory levels, tracking key KPIs and collaborating with sales and marketing teams.
• Prepare monthly stock, forecast accuracy and inventory performance reports.
• Support continuous improvement in forecasting tools, systems, and processes.

****Please note: This role does not include pricing negotiations or supplier sourcing.

What We’re Looking For

• Around 2 years’ experience in demand planning or similar within FMCG, ideally in beauty, health or wellbeing.
• Highly numerate, analytical, and confident with Excel and forecasting systems (ERP experience a plus).
• Strong communicator and collaborator – someone engaging, proactive and team-focused.
• Well‑organised, detail‑driven and eager to learn from an experienced team of experts.

This isn’t a junior role, but it wouldn’t suit a very senior buyer either — it’s perfect for someone ready to grow, take ownership, and build their expertise within a globally admired brand portfolio.

Why You’ll Love It

• Competitive £40,000–£45,000 salary
• Bonus scheme + outstanding benefits
• Hybrid working, based in Kingston, Surrey
• A chance to work with world‑class luxury brands and be part of a collaborative, high‑performing team.

Ready to bring your energy, ideas, and ambition to a role that truly adds value?

Apply now and take your next career step in the exciting world of luxury FMCG.