RETAIL DEMAND & FORECASTING ANALYST

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 & Forecasting Analyst £40,000 - £45,000 + 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