Retail Demand & Forecasting Analyst

Position: RETAIL DEMAND & FORECASTING ANALYST
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Retail Demand Planning & Forecasting Analyst

£40,000 - £45,000 + Bens + Benefits

Stevenage – Hybrid role [3/2 split]

Client

Summary:

Our E-comm based client is a fast-growing, design-led brand looking to strengthen its Supply Chain function with a commercially focused Planning Analyst.

Working at the centre of a small, dynamic team you will be joining them at the start of a huge period of expansion in the UK following hue success abroad.

The current supply chain set up, in simple terms is China based manufacturing, E-comm based sales mostly done in the USA supplied via a national 3PL who do all warehouse stock holding & doorstep deliveries.

Role

Summary:

There is much to delve into, fix & resolve! The successful candidate will own stock planning, forecasting and inventory performance across a high-SKU product range, working closely with Buying, Operations, Design and Finance to ensure product availability while optimising stock investment.

Key Responsibilities

* Own stock management across high-SKU categories.

* A strong analytical thinker & problem solver

* Manage WSSI/trade plans and review weekly sales, intake and margin performance.

* Forecast demand and continually reforecast based on trading activity.

* Manage stock flow, availability and inventory risk.

* Analyse sales, margin, sell-through and stock turn performance.

* Lead/contribute to weekly trade meetings with commercial recommendations.

* Work closely with Buying, Supply Chain, Operations and Finance.

Candidate Profile

* Experience in Demand Planning, Stock Planning, Category Management or a strong Assistant Merchandiser ready to step up.

* Experience with in fast-paced, high-SKU environments.

* Strong forecasting, WSSI and inventory planning experience.

* Advanced Excel skills (Power BI desirable).

* Highly commercial with strong analytical ability.

Benefits

* Hybrid working (minimum 3 office days)

* 10% Bonus scheme

* Pension

* Free parking

* Employee discounts

* Employee Assistance Programme

* Progression within a rapidly growing business

This is a fantastic opportunity – we look forward to your application.

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