Inventory and Demand Planner

Keplin Group Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Options

Collaborative and inclusive culture

Work–Life Balance

Job summary

An FMCG company in Greater London is seeking an Inventory and Demand Planner to optimize inventory levels and forecast product demand effectively. The successful candidate will collaborate across teams to align planning with the business strategy. A minimum of 2 years' experience in inventory planning or demand forecasting is needed, along with strong analytical skills and proficiency in ERP systems. This role offers hybrid working options and a collaborative, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in inventory planning or demand forecasting in FMCG, retail or distribution.
• Strong Excel skills; proficiency with ERP/MRP systems.
• Exceptional analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate SKU-level demand forecasts using historical sales data.
• Monitor and manage stock levels to maintain high availability.
• Track and improve forecast accuracy; conduct variance analysis.

Skills

Inventory planning

Demand forecasting

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Supply chain knowledge

Excel proficiency

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Dynamics)

Anaplan, SAP APO

BI dashboards (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)

Job description

📈 Why join us as a Inventory and Demand Planner?

Keplin Group Ltd is a UK-based company owning 11 leading FMCG brands. With a strong presence in import and distribution, we deliver quality, innovation, and competitive pricing to customers across the UK and Europe. From product design and compliance to top-tier logistics, we provide end-to-end solutions that help businesses thrive in today’s dynamic market.

Our culture is one of our greatest strengths. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, approachable, and inclusive environment where everyone feels part of a shared journey. Our team is made up of individuals from diverse backgrounds, united by a drive to excel and a commitment to being the best version of ourselves. If that resonates with you, we believe you’ll thrive here.

💼 The Role

We are looking for a detail‑oriented and analytically driven Inventory and Demand Planner to join our expanding team. This dual‑focused role will be responsible for optimizing inventory levels and forecasting product demand across all retail and wholesale channels. You’ll ensure products are available at the right time and in the right quantities, minimizing stockouts and excess inventory.

You will collaborate cross‑functionally with the buying, commercial, and operations teams to align planning with business strategy—leveraging data, tools, and systems to enhance supply chain efficiency and drive commercial results.

📋 Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate SKU‑level demand forecasts using historical sales data, trends, seasonality, and promotional insights.
• Participate in monthly S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) meetings to align demand forecasts with commercial and supply plans.
• Forecast demand for new product launches, promotions, and key trading events.

📦 Inventory Management

• Monitor and manage stock levels across multiple channels to maintain high availability and avoid overstock situations.
• Optimize inventory turnover and working capital through intelligent stock classification (A/B/C) and replenishment strategies.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure purchase orders align with forecasts, lead times, and sales expectations.
• Perform regular inventory reviews and aged stock analysis to recommend action plans.

📈 Analytics & Reporting

• Track and improve forecast accuracy; conduct variance analysis and root‑cause reviews.
• Generate regular reports on stock health, inventory turns, aged inventory, and service levels.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to reduce excess inventory and improve fill rates.
• Maintain accurate product master data in ERP systems including costs, attributes, and mappings.
• Drive automation and system improvements to enhance forecasting and planning capabilities.
• Work closely with IT to support planning tool enhancements and dashboard development.
• Liaise with Buyers, Category Managers, Finance, and Commercial teams to ensure plans support revenue and margin targets.
• Communicate demand risks, stock constraints, and planning changes clearly to stakeholders.

✅ What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of experience in inventory planning, demand forecasting, or supply chain planning in FMCG, retail, or distribution.
• Warehouse Experience preferred but not essential
• Strong Excel skills; proficient with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Dynamics).
• Experience with demand planning or inventory tools (e.g., Anaplan, SAP APO) or BI dashboards (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.
• Exceptional analytical thinking and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or a related field (preferred).

🌱 Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Impactful role: shape our marketplace strategy, influence growth, and contribute to new tools and processes
• With Industry Leaders: Be part of a winning team that thrives on success and collaboration.
• Flexible Working Options – Hybrid work available.
• Supportive Culture: Collaborative and inclusive – your voice matters
• Work–Life Balance: Quarterly team socials & events

If you need any adjustments during the application process, please contact us. You’ll also have the opportunity to let us know about any reasonable adjustments you may require at the interview stage when we reach out to schedule it.

Recruitment Process

1. CV Screening – Our Recruitment Team will carefully assess your CV to ensure a fair and thorough evaluation of your experience and suitability
2. Initial Screening Call – A friendly conversation with our Recruitment Team to explore your background and discover what excites you about joining Keplin Group
3. First Stage Interview – A competency‑based interview with our Hiring Managers, where you'll have the opportunity to showcase your skills and experience
4. Second Stage Interview – A deeper discussion with our Head of HR and Chief Operations Manager to align on values, vision, and your potential impact
5. Offer, Onboarding and Contract – We’ll reach out with a formal offer, begin your onboarding journey, and wrap things up with your official contract
6. Welcome to Keplin Group Ltd! – We’ll be counting down the days to your start date and can’t wait to celebrate your arrival

📩 Join a team that values innovation, ownership, and growth.

Apply today and make your impact with Keplin Group!

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