Supply Chain Planning Analyst

Matchtech; Ottershaw; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology solutions firm is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Analyst for a full-time role in Chertsey. The analyst will drive demand forecasting, manage inventory processes, and optimise supply chain performance across various teams. Candidates should have a strong analytical background and advanced Excel skills relevant to supply chain planning in retail or FMCG. The position offers a salary range of £40,000 - £50,000 and operates in a hybrid model after probation.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain, demand planning or forecasting within retail or FMCG.
• Proficient in Advanced Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Produce demand forecasts across retail and online channels.
• Minimise stockouts, overstock, and manage full lifecycle inventory.
• Optimise supply chain processes by reviewing supplier performance.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Demand forecasting

Inventory management

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Collaboration

Tools

Supply chain tools

Reporting systems

Job description

Strong analytical background with proven experience in supply chain planning, forecasting, and inventory management within a retail or consumer technology environment.

A global technology and digital solutions organisation is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Analyst to join its team on a full-time, 12 month fixed-term basis in Chertsey.

Role: Supply Chain Planning Analyst

Type: 12 month FTC

Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

Location: Chertsey (Onsite during probation / hybrid thereafter)

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

Key responsibilities for the Supply Chain Planning Analyst will include and will not be limited to :

• Analysing historical sales data and market trends to produce demand forecasts across retail and online channels.
• Monitoring inventory levels to minimise stockouts, overstock and aged inventory while managing full lifecycle inventory.
• Optimising supply chain processes by reviewing supplier performance, lead times and fulfilment operations.
• Creating data-driven reports, forecasting dashboards and KPI analysis to support business decision-making.
• Managing future reporting cycles including six-month forward planning and month-end estimations.
• Collaborating with commercial, logistics, retail operations and e-commerce teams to ensure alignment on supply chain goals.

Key skills and experience required for the Supply Chain Planning Analyst will include and will not be limited to :

• Supply chain, demand planning or forecasting experience within retail or FMCG.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams.
• Experience working within a consumer technology retail environment.

Desirable experience :

• Knowledge of advanced planning techniques such as S&OP and capacity planning.
• Experience using planning or reporting systems and supply chain tools.

To apply

For the position of Supply Chain Planning Analyst / Supply Chain Planner / Supply Chain Controller / Demand Planner, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK, and be able to commute on-site to Chertsey.

Please note that visa sponsorship / work permits are not available for this role.