Hybrid Demand Planner – Forecast & Inventory Growth

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail organization in Manchester is seeking a Demand Planner to manage the end-to-end life cycle of products. This role offers a salary between £34,000 to £41,000, includes an annual bonus, and allows for hybrid work. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and a background in retail trading, along with the ability to foster relationships and handle complex data. Join us to be part of a movement that puts people and communities first.

Benefits

Annual bonus

28 days holiday

Up to 10% pension contributions

Access to subsidised onsite gym

Coaching and training for career development

Wagestream app for pay access

Qualifications

• A real interest in the retail trading environment.
• Great influencing and relationship management skills.
• Excellent analytical skills, with experience of working with large and complex data sets.
• Experience of conducting trend and root cause analysis.
• Good problem-solving skills: you’re a logical thinker.
• A positive approach to working in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end life cycle of products.
• Support the delivery of the category sales plan through effective planning.
• Be responsible for the accuracy of forecast.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with suppliers.
• Take ownership of your category to impact availability, sales, waste, and inventory.

Skills

Analytical skills

Relationship management

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Job description

A leading retail organization in Manchester is seeking a Demand Planner to manage the end-to-end life cycle of products. This role offers a salary between £34,000 to £41,000, includes an annual bonus, and allows for hybrid work. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and a background in retail trading, along with the ability to foster relationships and handle complex data. Join us to be part of a movement that puts people and communities first.