Demand Planner - ES at Yuppiechef

What your role looks like

• Reporting to the Planning Manager, you will be responsible for forecasting stock requirements, drafting stock orders and the logistics around those orders. You will also be the key link between our planning team and sales team, letting them know of order arrivals and any new products that are coming their way.
• If you’re looking for a fast-paced, dynamic role where you’ll have the opportunity to work both independently and within a small, close-knit team then this may be the role for you.

Who you’ll be working with

• Internally, you will be part of the Planning and Operations team and collaborate closely with the Merchandising, Sales and Logistics teams and externally, you will be interacting with international brand partners, suppliers and freight forwarders.

What experience and skills do you need for the role

Experience:

• Necessary: At least 4-6  years experience in an inventory planning role within a retail or wholesale business. A clear understanding of inventory planning processes and a keen interest in the various related methodologies. Supply chain management experience.

Qualifications:

• Necessary: Matric or equivalent.
• Advantageous: Supply chain management/Relevant Tertiary qualification; Experience in international brands and wholesale/distribution planning; Freight industry; Kitchen/homeware planning 

Skills:

Technical skills:

• Great analytical ability with comfort in finding patterns and information in data
• Strong computer skills with familiarity working with data and data structures. Excellent Excel skills.

Personal skills:

• Excellent verbal and written skills (English). You should feel comfortable communicating with international suppliers.
• An ability to manage your own time and deliverables
• Dedication to follow through and excellence
• Excellent time management skills and a strong level of self-management