At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage inventory, forecast demand, and ensure customer needs are met efficiently.
- Company: Top UK Amazon seller with a focus on iconic licensed products.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private medical insurance, birthday off, and regular social events.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities for growth and collaboration across teams.
- Why this job: Join a fast-paced eCommerce team and make an impact in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in relevant field and 2-3 years' experience in demand planning or inventory management.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 30000 £ per year.
Established in 2015 and headquartered in Milton Keynes, England, we are one of the UK's top Amazon sellers, trusted by leading global brands and licensing partners.
Specialising in licensed products from iconic brands including Marvel, Disney, Pokémon, Harry Potter, football clubs, KPop Demon Hunters, Minecraft and more, we serve millions of customers worldwide.
Scaling beyond Amazon, our omnichannel strategy spans Tik Tok Shop, SHEIN, Temu, Debenhams and major marketplaces across Europe, North America, Mexico, and the UAE.
Location
Office-based, in Milton Keynes
Salary
Contract
Full-time, Permanent
We’re looking for a proactive and analytical Demand Planner to join our fast-paced e Commerce team.
This role is critical in managing inventory levels, forecasting demand, and ensuring we fulfil customer needs efficiently on Amazon.
You'll collaborate closely with Commercial and Marketing teams to align on campaign strategies, set promotional deals, and respond quickly to market shifts using data-driven insights.
Key Responsibilities
- 1. Demand Forecasting & Trend Analysis
- Develop accurate short- and mid-term forecasts for e Commerce SKUs based on historical sales, market trends, traffic data, and campaign calendars.
- Continuously refine forecasts to respond to rapid changes in consumer behaviour, online trends, and promotional events (e. g., flash sales, influencer drops).
- Ensure the right stock is available at the right time across all e Commerce channels (own site, marketplaces).
- Monitor sell-through rates, stock cover, and coordinate replenishment to prevent stockouts or overstocking.
- Work with fulfilment and logistics teams to align inventory with sales velocity and shipping SLAs.
- 3. Promotion & Campaign Planning
- Collaborate with Commercial, Marketing teams to plan and forecast for campaigns, new launches, and seasonal events.
- Model promotional uplift and evaluate past promo performance to improve planning accuracy.
- 4. Cross-functional Collaboration
- Participate in weekly S&OP or trading meetings, providing forecast insights and inventory risk updates.
- Align demand planning with marketing calendars, sales targets, and supply capabilities.
- Use BI tools (e. g., Tableau, Power BI) and analytics to track performance and build forecast models.
- Proactively identify optimisation opportunities in data flows, planning logic, and decision-making frameworks.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- 2-3 years' experience in demand planning, inventory management, or digital merchandising, ideally within e Commerce or fast-moving consumer goods.
- Strong command of data tools (Excel, SQL, Tableau, Power BI) and demand planning systems.
- Familiarity with e Commerce platforms and analytics (e. g., Shopify, Amazon Seller Central, or similar) is a plus.
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical and logical skills.
- Comfortable operating in a high-growth, high-speed e Commerce environment.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional teams.
- Agile mindset - able to pivot quickly based on new data or business needs.
- Passion for data, digital commerce, and customer-centric planning.
- On-site parking
- Regular social events including summer & end of year parties.
- Spontaneous employee well-being treats
- A day off for your birthday
- Vouchers at Christmas to shop with F&F
- Staff Purchases
- Private medical insurance with Vitality Health with various benefits, including discounts on a gym membership.
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Demand Planner in Milton Keynes employer: F&F Stores Ltd
F&F Stores Ltd is an excellent employer located in Milton Keynes, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Employees benefit from a range of perks including casual dress, on-site parking, and private medical insurance, alongside ample opportunities for professional growth within the e-commerce sector. Joining our team means being part of a forward-thinking company that values analytical skills and strategic input, making it a rewarding place to advance your career.
