Demand Planner, Beauty Brand - Full-time, Permanent in London

Job description

Job Title: Demand Planner - Full-time, Permanent. Hybrid Working

We are seeking a highly analytical and proactive Demand Planner to join our dynamic beauty business. You will play a critical role in forecasting demand, optimising inventory levels, and ensuring product availability to meet customer needs. By leveraging data analysis, market trends, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, you will drive operational efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction.

About us:

HSNF is redefining beauty, growing year after year with trusted and loved brands, delivering professional-quality products. Mylee and Magnitone, our stars, are found nationwide in top UK retailers like Boots, Superdrug, and Holland & Barrett, and online at ASOS, Beauty Bay, and Amazon. And we’re just getting started. Mylee is the UK’s No. 1 At Home gel nail brand, and Magnitone’s latest innovation, Face Rocket, took home the 2024 Pure Beauty Award. With bold plans for European expansion and a focus on high-growth categories, HSNF is ready to lead the future of beauty.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop, maintain, and update demand forecasts for beauty products based on historical data, market trends, promotions, and new product launches.
• Work closely with sales, marketing, and finance teams to align forecasts with business objectives.
• Monitor sales performance and inventory levels to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Collaborate with supply chain and procurement teams to ensure optimal stock levels and minimise shortages or excess inventory.
• Analyse the impact of promotions, marketing campaigns, and seasonality on demand fluctuations.
• Provide insights on product lifecycle management, including phase-in and phase-out planning.
• Use statistical models and demand planning software to enhance forecast accuracy.
• Develop reports and dashboards to communicate demand planning insights to stakeholders.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance demand planning efficiency.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in demand planning, supply chain, or a similar role within the beauty, cosmetics, or FMCG industry.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, forecasting tools, and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of statistical forecasting methods and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a problem-solving mindset.
• Familiarity with beauty industry trends, consumer behaviour, and market dynamics is a plus.

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Statistics, or a related field.
• Certification in demand planning or supply chain management (e.g., APICS, IBF) is an advantage.

Compensation:

• £34k to £38k (depending on experience)
• Company pension plan.
• Hybrid working - 2 days in the office (Tuesdays and Thursdays), 3 days from home (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays)
• 31 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing to 33 days after 2 years and 36 days after 5 years of service.
• Birthday Day Off
• Complimentary products and exclusive brand discounts.
• Complimentary snacks and drinks in the office.
• Access to weekly group PT sessions and a 24-hour Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates; however, at this time we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Published at

15-11-2025

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English