Demand Planning Analyst - Retail

Strive are a UK wide Supply Chain & Logistics management recruiter. Please visit strive . co . uk for additional roles across supply chain, production, warehouse & transport operations. Retail Demand Planning Analyst £40,000 - £43,000 + 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 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. Strive Supply Chain Limited [& associated businesses] acts as an employment agency on behalf of external employers for the provision of permanent staff. By applying for this vacancy, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at strive . co . uk . TPBN1_UKTJ