Inventory & Demand Planner | £45,000–£50,000 | High-Growth, Consumer Products

Harlow, Essex – Office-based

We are seeking a highly analytical and proactive Inventory & Demand Planner to join a successful global business operating across manufacturing, distribution, retail, wholesale, e-commerce, and DTC channels. This is a key role within the supply chain team, responsible for ensuring optimal stock levels through accurate forecasting, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using historical data, trends, and business inputs
• Analyse forecast vs actual performance and identify areas for improvement
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to balance availability and working capital
• Collaborate with internal teams, including commercial, finance, operations, and supply chain
• Identify risks, stock issues, and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations
• Support the continuous improvement of planning processes and reporting

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience in demand planning, inventory planning, or supply chain planning
• Strong Excel skills (ability to manage and interpret large datasets essential)
• Experience working with ERP or planning systems (e.g. SAP, NetSuite, Dynamics) preferred
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organisational and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex environment
• Proactive and solutions-focused mindset
• Able to demonstrate initiative and ownership
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of business impact
• Curious, detail-oriented, and able to challenge processes

Desirable Skills

• Experience working in multi-channel or global operations
• Exposure to manufacturing, retail, or distribution environments
• Experience with Forecasting & BI tools (Power BI, Tableau)

What’s on Offer

• Annual Salary of £45,000 – £50,000
• Opportunity to join a scaling and innovative business
• Exposure to a complex, global supply chain operation
• Strong career progression and development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

We're shortlisting now - don't miss out on this opportunity i f you’re looking to develop your career in demand and inventory planning within a dynamic and fast-growing business!