Demand Planner

TL;DR

Demand Planner (Logistics/Supply Chain): Managing core product categories and forecasting sales to optimize stock levels and availability with an accent on data analysis and linecard maintenance. Focus on collaborating with product development for launches, managing markdowns, and providing actionable insights to the wider product team.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to London, UK (Hybrid role).

Company

hirify.global is a leading premium furniture and homeware brand committed to creating comfortable living spaces through an ambitious and inclusive business approach.

What you will do

• Manage core product categories, including forecasting, planning orders, and maintaining linecards.
• Trade categories continuously to optimize sales and stock levels while preventing overstocks.
• Provide weekly and monthly category analysis and present findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Product Development team on launch planning, range planning, and sales forecasting.
• Propose and manage phaseouts and markdowns, ensuring effective communication across functions.
• Supervise and develop the Junior Demand Planner.

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to commute to London, UK.
• Proven experience at a Merchandiser or Demand Planner level.
• Advanced Excel skills and a strong interest in planning systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset with a focus on process improvement.
• Strong awareness of customer trends and the retail market.

Culture & Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with tenure.
• Enhanced family leave policy and life assurance (4x salary).
• Staff and friends/family discount scheme.
• Healthcare cash plan and EAP programme.
• Cycle to work scheme and additional time off for Christmas shopping.
• Friendly, inclusive, and forward-thinking work environment.