Inventory Planner: Demand Forecasting & Replenishment

UK AAG Alliance Automotive Procurement Ltd; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension

Cycle to work

Staff discounts

Job summary

Alliance Automotive Group UK & Ireland seeks an Inventory Planner to own stock availability across national and regional DCs. You will forecast demand, replenish a large SKU range, and collaborate with suppliers to optimise inventory and fulfil customer orders.

The role requires strong numerical ability, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel. You will work with Slimstock and Kerridge/MAM systems, track PO lifecycles, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to improve service levels.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to chase and deliver operational results.
• Microsoft Excel experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Forecasting and replenishment of a large range of SKUs across multiple supplier accounts.
• Understand fluctuations in demand as well as seasonal trend patterns and promotional activity to maintain stock levels.
• Maximise availability to customers whilst optimising inventory across National and Regional Distribution Centre network.
• Perform analyses to manage targets and upcoming inventory projects.
• Monitor supplier performance and work with stakeholders to deliver improvements.
• Work with AAG UK forecasting and inventory management system Slimstock and Kerridge/MAM ERP.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure appropriate purchasing and stocking strategies.
• Coordinate with DC Operations Team to resolve delivery, space, and priority issues.
• Track lifecycle of each PO from placement to delivery and keep PO due dates updated.

Skills

Excel

Forecasting

Demand planning

Analytical

Communication

Tools

Slimstock

Kerridge/MAM

Job description

Alliance Automotive Group UK & Ireland seeks an Inventory Planner to own stock availability across national and regional DCs. You will forecast demand, replenish a large SKU range, and collaborate with suppliers to optimise inventory and fulfil customer orders.

The role requires strong numerical ability, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel. You will work with Slimstock and Kerridge/MAM systems, track PO lifecycles, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to improve service levels.