Junior Demand Planner: Data-Driven Stock & Forecasting

Boxer Superstores; Durban; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Boxer Superstores, Head Office in Durban, is seeking a Junior Demand Planner to support the commercial team with stock availability and demand forecasting. The role interfaces with buyers, suppliers and store operations to optimise stock levels and profitability.

You will forecast promotional and seasonal demand, manage inventory health, and help drive category strategies across stores and distribution centres. A 3-year degree and 1–2 years’ planning experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-year Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Finance, or related field.
• 1–2 years’ experience in demand or supply planning, preferably in FMCG/retail.

Responsibilities

• Align plans with buyers to meet sales and stock targets.
• Manage supplier lead times and review cycles.
• Monitor and reduce stock ageing and overstocks.
• Forecast promotional and seasonal demand using planning systems.
• Order stock for new stores and promotions in time.
• Track product line performance and support store strategy.
• Maintain stock health across stores and DCs.
• Provide planning visibility and reporting to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve shortfalls and improve service levels.
• Participate in training, reporting, and process improvement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Multi-priority management

Education

Bachelors in Supply Chain Management / related

Tools

Excel

Demand planning systems (F&R)

Merchandise management systems

BI tools

BoMM system & reporting cubes

Job description

Boxer Superstores, Head Office in Durban, is seeking a Junior Demand Planner to support the commercial team with stock availability and demand forecasting. The role interfaces with buyers, suppliers and store operations to optimise stock levels and profitability.

You will forecast promotional and seasonal demand, manage inventory health, and help drive category strategies across stores and distribution centres. A 3-year degree and 1–2 years’ planning experience are preferred.