Demand Planner
Core
Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts and inventory plans for physical and eGift products across the UK and Ireland to ensure optimal stock availability.
Role type
Demand Planner (Supply Chain)
Builds
Demand forecasts, inventory plans, and planning models for Retail and Incentive channels.
Domain
Retail and Incentive supply chain (physical and eGift products)
Required skills
Advanced Excel (PivotTables, XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, SUMIFS), data analysis, numerical reasoning, problem-solving, attention to detail, communication
Preferred skills
Power Query, Power Pivot, Power BI, Tableau, VBA, seasonal demand planning, gift card experience
Technologies
Excel, Power Query, Power Pivot, Power BI, Tableau, SharePoint, PowerApps, Power Automate
Responsibilities
Prepare and challenge demand forecasts and inventory plans; analyse historical sales and stock data to identify demand patterns; build and maintain Excel-based forecasting models; extract and reconcile data from multiple sources; translate analysis into stock recommendations; review actual performance against forecasts; identify out-of-stock and excess-stock risks; collaborate with sales and distribution partners to validate forecasts; produce reports on forecast accuracy and exceptions.
Seniority
Individual Contributor