Demand Planner

Ref: AS5706037

London, UK

£52,000

• Permanent
• Demand Forecasting
• Inventory Optimisation
• Retail Supply Chain

About the candidate

A results-driven demand planning and inventory professional with strong experience across retail, consumer goods and fashion retail environments. They bring a confident analytical approach, using sales data, market insight and forecasting models to support better product availability, stock allocation and commercial planning.

They are collaborative, detail-focused and comfortable working across merchandising, sales, marketing, suppliers and wider supply chain teams. Available to start in 2 weeks, they are seeking a permanent opportunity where they can help improve forecast accuracy, optimise inventory levels and support effective seasonal and promotional planning.

What makes them great?

• Improved forecast accuracy: Implemented a new forecasting model that improved accuracy by around 15%, helping reduce stockouts and strengthen inventory planning.
• Reduced excess stock: Supported the development of an inventory management system that reduced excess stock by around 20%, improving cash flow and operational efficiency.
• Supported sales growth: Contributed to a seasonal campaign that exceeded sales projections by around 10% through effective stock allocation and promotional planning.

Areas of expertise

• Demand forecasting: Experienced in managing product forecasting processes, analysing sales trends and aligning demand plans with market activity.
• Inventory management: Skilled in maintaining optimal stock levels, improving inventory turnover and reducing excess stock across consumer goods environments.
• Merchandising support: Hands-on experience supporting product launches, seasonal planning and promotional activity through effective stock allocation.