Demand Forecast and Planning Lead

2 days ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Refybeauty Full time

**Job Title:** Demand Forecast and Planning Lead

**Location:** Manchester, UK

We are seeking a skilled Demand Forecast and Planning Lead to join our team in Manchester. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in demand planning, forecasting, and supply chain optimization.

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving stock availability and optimizing supply planning to align with commercial goals. This includes forecasting new product launches, coordinating across categories, SKUs, regions, and channels.

The role requires a minimum of 7 years of experience in merchandising, demand planning, and forecasting, with advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills to present data clearly. A proactive individual who thrives on end-to-end supply chain management is desired.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review Critical Path/Delivery Schedule to ensure the right decisions are made on stock transit.
  • Ensure stock hits forward requirements and OTB is spent correctly, creating and justifying annual stock targets.
  • Own the REFY stock position, create stock targets, analyze stock performance, and ensure sufficient cover without overstocking.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 7 years of experience in Demand Planning, Merchandising, or Stock Forecasting.
  • Strong Excel skills (complex spreadsheets).
  • Data-driven and numerical.

Estimated Salary:** £55,000 - £65,000 per annum, depending on experience. Our benefits package includes 25 days Annual Leave, Cycle to Work scheme, Community First Day, Discretionary Bonus Scheme, Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave, Flexible Public and Religious Holidays, Flexi Start and Finish Times & Summer Fridays, Product Allowance and Discount, Professional Development Opportunities, and Vitality Health Insurance.



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