Demand Planner - 12 m FTC

Pod Talent; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the vegan beauty and cosmetics sector is seeking a Demand Planner for a 12-month FTC in Central London. This hybrid role focuses on improving demand forecasting accuracy and enhancing supply chain processes. Ideal for candidates with experience in demand planning and a background in FMCG.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in demand planning or forecasting.
• Background in cosmetics or similar FMCG products.

Responsibilities

• Forecast demand for a portfolio of beauty & cosmetics SKUs.
• Contribute to establishing a best-in-class S&OP process.
• Ensure accurate inventory forecasts for new store openings.

Skills

Forecasting

Attention to Detail

Organization

Resilience

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Demand Planner - 12 m FTC | Hybrid 3 days in the office | Central London | £45,000-£55,000

Pod Talent is partnering with a thriving London-based vegan beauty & cosmetics brand seeking a Demand Planner to join their Supply Chain team for 12 months. The company operates over 80 retail stores and experiences double-digit growth annually.

This role involves delivering top-tier demand planning by improving forecast accuracy, reducing bias, and aligning with financial goals. A key aspect is leading the regional S&OP process by analyzing trends, risks, and opportunities.

It's an excellent opportunity for a Demand Planner to advance their career, enhance their supply chain expertise, and join a forward-thinking, employee-investing company.

Key Responsibilities

• Forecast demand for a portfolio of beauty & cosmetics SKUs
• Contribute to establishing a best-in-class S&OP process
• Ensure accurate inventory forecasts for new store openings
• Develop and monitor KPIs to improve forecast accuracy

Requirements

To succeed, you should have:

• 3+ years’ experience in demand planning or forecasting
• Background in cosmetics or similar FMCG products
• Strong Excel forecasting skills; experience with planning systems is a plus
• High attention to detail, organization, autonomy, and resilience

If you're interested, please apply or send your CV to [e-mail].

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Supply Chain
• Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage