Junior Digital Merch Planner

We're Pentland Brands; a dynamic, global family business, and proud owners and licensees of many iconic active and footwear brands. With a community of over 1,300 team members worldwide, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and champion growth and development. Our success is built on teamwork, courage, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

WHAT'S THE MISSION FOR THIS ROLE?

Assist the Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) business by supporting demand planning and inventory management across the EMEA/North America region. This role is essential for optimising product availability, managing stock levels, and aligning inventory with sales forecasts to ensure consumer demand is met and profitability is maximised.

WHAT DOES THIS ROLE DO?

As our Junior Digital Merch Planner Assistant you will be responsible for:

1. Demand Planning and Forecasting
   • Assist in the development of sales forecasts for the D2C business, using historical data, market insights, and promotional calendars.
   • Support cross-functional teams to ensure forecasts align with business objectives and assist with adjustments based on real-time performance.
2. Inventory Management Support
   • Help monitor inventory levels globally to ensure product availability while minimising overstock and markdown risks.
   • Track stock levels to ensure they align with sales targets and service level agreements (SLAs).
3. Sales and Promotions Coordination
   • Provide support to sales and marketing teams when planning for promotional events, product launches, and seasonal campaigns.
   • Adjust inventory allocations and forecasts to align with peak sales periods and promotions.
4. Data Analysis and Reporting Assistance
   • Gather and analyse inventory metrics, such as stock turn, sell-through rates, and forecast accuracy, to support ongoing improvements.
   • Maintain reports to track performance, identify trends, and provide insights for the D2C and planning teams.
5. Stakeholder Engagement
   • Support relationship-building with key stakeholders across D2C, supply chain, and product teams to ensure alignment on planning and inventory strategies.
   • Engage with supply chain teams and manage replenishment schedules, coordinating stock transfers to meet D2C demand.

WHAT DO I BRING TO THE ROLE?

You just might be our next superstar if you have the following skills and experience:

• Experience in demand planning, inventory management, or a similar administrative role, ideally in a D2C, retail, or e-commerce setting.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills, with experience in data analysis and advanced Excel skills.
• Basic understanding of inventory management principles, such as stock turn, safety stock, and sell-through optimisation.
• Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• A proactive, adaptable approach, capable of assisting with multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in maintaining optimal stock levels, minimising overstock or stockouts.

We want you to live our company principles, bringing a strong consumer focus, while always looking for ways to improve and grow in your role. Take ownership of your work and be proactive in solving problems whilst communicating openly and treating everyone with respect and kindness. And, of course, let your creativity shine by bringing your unique style and individuality to the Pentland Brands Team.

Junior Digital Merch Planner London Permanent, full time

WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?

• Competitive salary + discretionary bonus
• 25 Days Holiday: Increases with length of service and the option to purchase additional days to suit your needs.
• Discounts: Brand discounts (including friends and family and JD Sports), Sample Sales, and other retail discounts and perks.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: Generous enhanced parental leave policies.
• Health Perks: Choose from a variety of health-related perks including medical cash plan, critical illness cover, life assurance, gym and fitness discounts, dental insurance, eye care, and health screening to maintain your wellbeing.
• Travel Perks: Take advantage of our season ticket loan, cycle to work schemes, electric car schemes, and discounts on home charging units to support eco-friendly commuting.
• Flexible Working: We offer hybrid working and flexible working hours, allowing you to start your day earlier or later to help with commute costs or personal commitments.
• Chance to join our Charity, D&I and Sustainability employee networks.

As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive culture across our business, stores, and office environment.

We warmly welcome your application.