Demand Planner & Inventory Specialist

We're looking for a Demand Planner & Inventory Specialist to join our supply chain team.

Role purpose

As a Demand Planner, you will analyze historical demand data and provide actionable insights to optimize inventory, forecasting, and supply chain processes. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, operations, and marketing, to support demand planning.

As a Stock Analyst, you will analyze and interpret inventory data to help optimize inventory levels, reduce costs, and improve supply chain efficiency. You will play a key role in monitoring inventory trends and identifying discrepancies.

Key tasks and accountabilities

• Demand Forecasting: Develop and maintain demand forecasting models to predict customer demand.
• Data Analysis: Analyze large datasets to identify demand patterns, trends, and insights to support business strategies.
• Reporting: Create and deliver regular reports on demand trends, forecast accuracy, and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Collaboration: Partner with supply chain, sales, and operations teams.
• Tool Management: Utilize advanced data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python - nice to have, Qlik, etc.) for data extraction, analysis, and visualization.
• Inventory Optimization: Analyze inventory data to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize stockouts and overstock situations.

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:

• Experience in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau, Python - nice to have, R).
• Experience with demand planning software or ERP systems is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail.

Must have technical / professional qualifications:

• Fluent in English
• Teamwork
• Advanced Excel skills