Job Description

Job Advert Summary

Boxer Superstores is a leading retail chain committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to the communities we serve. We're driven by a culture of operational excellence, innovation, and efficiency. As we continue to grow, we're seeking a

highly skilled and detail-oriented Demand Planner

to join our Supply Chain team on a

fixed-term maternity cover contract.

The

Demand Planner

will play a pivotal role in ensuring product availability, efficient inventory control, and strategic promotional readiness across categories. This individual will work closely with buyers, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders to align planning efforts with category and company strategy -- directly impacting sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

Please note:

This is a

4-month contract role

to provide

maternity cover

and is

not a permanent position

.

Minimum Requirements

3-year degree in

Supply Chain, Business Management, or Finance

Minimum

3 years' experience

in a demand planning or inventory planning role (FMCG retail preferred) Strong proficiency in

Microsoft Excel

and demand planning systems (e.g., FnR, Cube, BoMM) Sound understanding of

inventory health metrics

and

replenishment cycles

Advanced

analytical and numerical reasoning

skills Excellent

communication and stakeholder collaboration

abilities Ability to work

independently under pressure

and make informed decisions

Duties and Responsibilities

Own and align

demand strategy

jointly with Buyers Forecast demand using historical data and FnR system for both

promotional

and

non-promotional

lines Maintain synchronized

review cycles

and manage

supplier lead times

Implement strategies to manage

aged, discontinued, and slow-moving stock

Authorize future promotions and ensure

timely ordering

Forecast and plan for

new stores

and

store gradings

Drive accurate

stock allocations

and

replenishment

in collaboration with suppliers Conduct in-depth

SKU-level performance analysis

to inform commercial decisions Ensure

end-to-end promotional planning, tracking, and readiness

Develop and maintain

reporting tools

for visibility across functions Support

stock health

,

risk mitigation

, and

store/DC availability

Facilitate

supplier performance reviews

and inventory collaboration Manage and review

KPIs weekly

to track progress and escalate risks

Mentor and support

junior planning team members
You'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced retail environment where your insights and analytical abilities make a tangible difference in product availability and customer satisfaction. If you're ready to contribute to a high-performing team -- even for a short-term period -- we'd love to hear from you.