Demand & Supply Planner

Alexander Steele; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Demand & Supply Planner for a growing team in Edinburgh, UK. This role involves data-driven forecasting and effective inventory management to ensure product availability while minimizing waste. Responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, supporting product launches, and maintaining product data. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years' experience in demand planning within retail or FMCG, and strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Benefits

Employer pension contributions

Life insurance

33 days holiday (including public holidays)

2 wellbeing days per year

Flexible working (office and remote blend)

Additional benefits including cycle to work

Health screening

Employee discount scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a demand planning role within retail or FMCG.
• Experience managing product data and listings on e-commerce platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory to maintain optimal stock levels and ensure product availability.
• Monitor sales performance and forecast demand, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Build strong supplier relationships to ensure accurate forecasts and timely deliveries.
• Support new product launches and marketing activity with accurate stock planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Tools

Amazon Seller Central

Shopify

Job description

Overview

Our client, are seeking an experienced Demand & Supply Planner to join a growing team. This role combines data-driven forecasting with strong communication skills to ensure stock availability while minimising waste and working capital risk. You'll also be responsible for setting up and maintaining product data across multiple systems and sales platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory to maintain optimal stock levels and ensure product availability.
• Monitor sales performance and forecast demand, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Build strong supplier relationships to ensure accurate forecasts and timely deliveries.
• Support new product launches, promotions, and marketing activity with accurate stock planning.
• Maintain accurate product information across internal systems and e-commerce platforms.

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a demand planning role within retail or FMCG.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel capability.
• Experience managing product data and listings on e-commerce platforms.
• Knowledge of Amazon Seller Central or Shopify is desirable.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organised, with excellent communication skills.

Package & Benefits

• Employer pension contributions
• Life insurance
• 33 days holiday (including public holidays), increasing with service
• 2 wellbeing days per year
• Flexible working (office and remote blend)
• Additional benefits including cycle to work, health screening, and employee discount scheme