Senior Replenishment Buyer

Location:

Belfast Salary: £40-45k Job type:
Purchasing/Supply Chain Industry: FMCG Distribution

Role Overview Vickerstock are recruiting a Senior Replenishment Manager to lead demand planning and replenishment across a portfolio of international brands. As Senior Replenishment Manager, you will oversee forecasting, inventory performance and supplier relationships, balancing product availability with efficient stockholding. The Senior Replenishment Manager will also lead and develop a team of replenishment specialists, working closely with Operations, Logistics, Sales, Marketing and Finance to support customer service and new product launches.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead demand planning and inventory management across all product categories, balancing stock availability with inventory targets. Analyse sales trends, promotional activity and seasonal demand to improve forecasts and inform replenishment decisions. Oversee purchasing and replenishment using Microsoft Business Central and forecasting tools. Manage supplier and brand relationships, coordinating demand plans and addressing stock availability issues. Lead, coach and develop the replenishment team, setting priorities and reviewing performance.

Coordinate stock planning for new products and brands, ensuring availability supports launch requirements. Work with Sales and Marketing to incorporate commercial activity into demand forecasts. Collaborate with Operations, Logistics and Finance to improve service levels and replenishment efficiency. What you will need to succeed as Senior Replenishment Manager:
Recent experience in replenishment, demand planning, inventory management or supply chain leadership within FMCG, wholesale or distribution. Experience managing demand forecasts, inventory performance and supplier relationships. Advanced Excel skills and practical experience using ERP systems to analyse data and support planning. Experience leading, coaching and developing teams. For a confidential conversation regarding this Senior Replenishment Manager vacancy, please apply via the link provided or contact Michael Irwin, Senior Recruitment Consultant - Procurement & Supply Chain.

Skills:

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