At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage stock planning and forecasting for a dynamic e-commerce brand.
- Company: Fast-growing design-led brand with a focus on supply chain excellence.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, bonus scheme, pension, employee discounts, and career progression.
- Other info: Great opportunity for growth in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Join a thriving team during an exciting expansion phase and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in demand planning or category management; strong analytical skills required.
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 huge 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 within 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.
RETAIL DEMAND & FORECASTING ANALYST in Stevenage employer: Strive Supply Chain
Strive Supply Chain Limited offers an exceptional work environment for the Retail Demand & Forecasting Analyst role, situated in the vibrant town of Stevenage. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and a dynamic team culture, you will be at the forefront of a rapidly expanding e-commerce brand, enjoying benefits such as hybrid working, a competitive bonus scheme, and opportunities for professional development. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a supportive atmosphere that values innovation and collaboration.
