Demand Forecasting Data Analyst

We’re partnering with a national retail plc to strengthen its growing Supply Chain function and recruit a talented Supply & Demand Planner. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business that’s investing in its planning capability, where you’ll play a key role in ensuring the right products are available at the right time while supporting continued business growth.

Working as part of a collaborative Supply Planning team, you’ll be responsible for balancing customer demand with supply, improving forecast accuracy, managing inventory and working cross-functionally with Commercial, Buying, Operations and Logistics teams to deliver exceptional service.

As a Supply & Demand Planner, you’ll be responsible for:

• Producing and maintaining accurate demand forecasts using sales trends, commercial insight and market data.
• Developing supply plans that balance customer demand with stock availability and inventory targets.
• Monitoring forecast accuracy and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Working closely with Buying, Commercial, Operations and Logistics teams to understand promotions, seasonal demand and new product launches.
• Identifying potential supply risks, stock shortages and excess inventory, implementing proactive solutions.
• Supporting the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process through analysis and reporting.
• Analysing planning KPIs and providing actionable recommendations to improve performance.
• Maintaining accurate planning data and producing regular reports to support business decisions.
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure an effective end-to-end planning process.

To be successful in this role, you’ll ideally have:

• Previous experience within Supply Planning, Demand Planning or a similar Supply Chain Planning role.
• Strong forecasting and inventory management experience.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential, with experience of Power BI highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple departments.
• A proactive, organised approach with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Competitive salary of up to £40,000 + attractive benefits package
• Hybrid working (2–3 days onsite per week)
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities
• The opportunity to join a nationally recognised retail business during an exciting period of growth

Please note: Applicants must have the full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.