Demand Planner

Pod Talent Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing startup is seeking a Demand Planner to join their dynamic London team. In this exciting role, you'll develop accurate demand forecasts, optimize inventory, and analyze sales data to drive continuous improvements. You'll collaborate with key stakeholders and lead demand planning meetings to enhance forecasting accuracy and inventory management. This opportunity offers the freedom to shape your growth in a vibrant environment, making a significant impact on the brand's success. If you're ready to take on challenges in a fast-paced setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in demand planning or merchandising within an FMCG organisation.
• Strong numerical and Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate short- and long-term demand plans using historical data.
• Monitor and optimise stock levels while balancing availability and costs.
• Analyse demand patterns and sales performance, providing regular reports.

Skills

Demand Planning

Inventory Management

Analytical Skills

Excel

Collaboration

Job description

Pod is thrilled to be partnering with a fast-growing startup seeking a Demand Planner to join their expanding London team! (3 days in the office).

In this newly created role, you'll be responsible for developing accurate demand forecasts, optimising inventory, analysing sales data, collaborating with key stakeholders, and driving continuous improvements in demand planning.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, ambitious brand where you ll have the freedom to shape your own growth and development.

In this role,
you will

• Develop accurate short- and long-term demand plans using historical data, market trends, and collaboration across teams
• Monitor and optimise stock levels, balancing availability with minimising excess and storage costs
• Analyse demand patterns and sales performance, providing regular reports on forecast accuracy and trends
• Work closely with key teams on promotions and market shifts; lead weekly demand planning meeting
• Enhance forecasting accuracy, planning tools, and inventory management while maintaining data integrity in demand planning systems

About you

• Proven experience in demand planning or merchandising within an FMCG organisation
• Strong numerical and Excel skills
• Build successful relationships internally and externally in order to enable seamless communication
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and desire for continuous improvement
• Ability to handle complex analytical problems

If interested, please feel free to apply directly!