Demand & Replenishment Planner

Keelings; Saint Margaret’s; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

On-site parking

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Keelings invites applications for a store forecasting role to support nationwide planning of flowers and plants for Supervalu stores. You will forecast demand using historical data, develop store profiles, and coordinate with field sales to drive sales and reduce waste.

The role emphasizes accuracy, relationship-building, and proactive problem-solving, with on-site work in St Margaret's, Co. Dublin. Flexible travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in store forecasting or central replenishment is beneficial.
• Ability to work on own initiative on project-based tasks.
• Attention to detail and proven problem-solving skills.
• Results oriented and highly numerate with data interpretation.
• Strong ability to build relationships with customers and field teams.
• Flexible and resilient; travel to stores may be required.

Responsibilities

• Create store profiles to meet weekly stock targets for flowers and plants.
• Review WOW and YOY sales and waste to guide stock decisions.
• Forecast orders using system and Excel tools for delivery days.
• Monitor daily sales and waste to improve shelf life and delivery.
• Dispatch consolidated orders to supply chain daily.
• Attend procurement meetings to discuss long/short-term forecasts.
• Weekly reviews of store targets and growth opportunities.

Skills

Store forecasting

Initiative

Attention to detail

Results oriented

Numerate and analytical

Relationship building

Flexible and resilient

Travel readiness

Tools

Excel

Forecasting tools

Job description

Location: On site / Sandyhill, St Margaret's, Co. Dublin, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Supply Chain | Planning
Salary: Negotiable salary

About Keelings

Keelings is a 100% Irish‑owned family business passionate about fresh produce. Operating across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, we grow, source, and supply top‑quality fruit and vegetables. Our success is built on innovation, sustainability, and strong partnerships — powered by our dedicated people.

Role Overview

This role is to support Supervalu stores nationwide with the planning and forecasting of flowers and plants to their stores using historical data and predictive sales planning to drive sales growth whilst maintaining a low level of in‑store waste.

Key Responsibilities

• Build individual store profiles of what stock stores can trade in a week to meet and exceed € store targets in both flowers and plants
• Review WOW and YOY sales and waste data to make informed decisions on what stock to push the store
• Using a mix of system and excel based tools plot orders to stores on the required delivery days
• Review daily sales and waste from your stores to enable better delivery of product to stores and extend and maximise product shelf life
• Action delists from your stores on high wasting lines daily and weekly
• Push forecasts on strong performing lines
• Daily calls with the field sales teams on what’s working and what’s not establishing where the gaps are and what space they can get you to drive more sales
• Review photos from store reports to ensure your stores are well merchandised and they are to Planogram
• Send consolidated orders to supply chain daily to source
• Attend meetings with procurement team looking at and discussing long and short‑term forecast requirements
• Weekly review of store targets and how you can push further growth
• Get a monthly stock take from field sales teams and use to confirm stores stock position

What You’ll Need

• Previous experience in a store forecasting team or central replenishment team would be of benefit
• Ability to work on own initiative on project‑based tasks.
• Attention to detail and proven problem‑solving skills.
• Results orientated.
• Highly numerate and analytical with ability to interpret data.
• Ability to build relationships and deal with customers and our field sales team in a courteous andprofessional manner.
• Flexible and resilient
• May be required to travel for store visits etc.

Education & Qualifications:

• Staff discount at Keelings Farm Shop and subsidized canteen
• Free On‑site parking with access to electric chargers
• Wellness Initiatives such as wellness week

Keelings Values

• People Matter
• Teamwork
• Integrity
• Passion for Achievement

Inclusion & Diversity Statement

In Keelings we value all perspectives and knowledge that our colleagues bring to our business. We are committed to forming a diverse and inclusive team where all can share their unique experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all cultures and backgrounds and are dedicated to forming an environment of inclusiveness and diversity where all can thoroughly feel a sense of belonging.

Keelings is located in St. Margaret's and not serviced by public transport routes. A full driving licence and access to your own car is required for transport to work, do you have a full driving licence and your own car?