Inventory Planning Assistant

Responsibilities

In this fast-paced position, you will help publishers maximise profitability through sound commercial decision-making and effective planning. Working closely with key stakeholders across the business, you will play a vital role in ensuring stock is allocated efficiently, forecasts are accurate, and titles perform strongly in retail.

What you’ll be doing:

• Allocating stock to retail outlets using our in-house planning system to maximise availability and sales efficiency
• Analysing sales trends and running supply scenarios to inform national supply recommendations
• Managing title supply commitments and closures in line with production and distribution timelines
• Supporting trade marketing activity, promotions, and wholesale development opportunities
• Tracking print volumes and investigating variances between recommended and final commitments
• Conducting robust performance reviews, producing performance packs and contributing to Marketing reviews
• Support sales forecasting and print planning with cross-functional teams
• Drive continuous improvement to maximise commercial performance

What we’re looking for

Qualifications

• Experience with in media distribution, logistics, FMCG, or a similar commercial environment
• Exposure to demand planning, inventory management, production planning, or supply chain (desirable but not essential)
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with confidence working with data
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, capable of using spreadsheets to analyse, organise, and present information
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities accurately
• A proactive, positive, and solution-focused mindset, with a commitment to continuous improvement
• Confidence to challenge constructively and influence decisions
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills

Note
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Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you. If you’re excited about the role and believe you could be a great fit, we encourage you to apply.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Contributory pension, including life assurance, and income protection
• Informal hybrid working arrangements, combining in-office and remote/home working
• Additional leave: 2 paid volunteering days per year and family-friendly policy
• Wellbeing support, including our Employee Assistance Programme
• On-site gym and parking at Stuart House, Peterborough
• Reward Gateway scheme – Smart Spending App with access to a range of deals and discounts
• Salary-sacrifice options including private medical insurance, car scheme, and holiday purchase scheme
• Learning and development opportunities
• Executive coaching and mentoring available to all colleagues