Retail Supply Planner | 12 months FTC

Retail Supply Planner | London | 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

For over 35 years, Aesop has carefully cultivated an inspiring and inclusive environment in which our employees are supported and encouraged to thrive. As a global retail organisation, we offer professional development and advancement opportunities to complement career goals and aspirations.

Our approach to skin care involves meticulous attention to detail, using only the most efficacious ingredients to create formulations which stir the self and senses. The same meticulous approach is taken during our recruitment process, seeking out considered and inspired individuals with a wealth of perspectives who bring out the best in themselves and others.

We aim to strike the right balance between people, planet and profit, actively reducing our footprint on the planet that generously sustains us. So far, this journey has led us to become a certified B Corp. We are committed to building a more sustainable and inclusive society.

Role purpose-

Retail Supply Planner supporting our retail stores by managing and implementing inventory and planning strategies that optimises stock in all our locations whilst delivering strong on shelf availability (OSA) and minimising waste. Looking after the full catalogue of skus. You will play a pivotal role in product launches, planning for seasonality and peak trading to ensure our plans align with commercial and brand objectives. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will analyse sales patterns, anticipate demand, and refine planning methodologies to maintain a balance between efficiency and the elevated in-store experience our customers expect.

Please note this role is a 12 months fix term contract

Role responsibilities include, but not limited to –

Catalogue Management :

• Ongoing review of product catalogue for finished goods and non-sellable skus
• Ownership of planning and inventory parameters for new product launches and discontinued skus
• Optimising the catalogue based on store tiering systems to support and deliver commercial objectives.

Inventory Management & Operational Excellence

Continuous improvement

Stakeholder Relationship Management :

Who are we looking for-

Technical Skills :

Advanced Microsoft Excel (Power Query experience advantageous)

NetSuite, SAP, MARs, and Anaplan experience advantageous.

What’s on offer-

We take a holistic approach to employment, promoting professional development, career growth, employee wellbeing initiatives and encouraging deep connections with the local community through the Aesop Foundation, volunteering and matched giving programs.

Employee benefits include -

Flexible, hybrid working pattern

Generous product discount allowance and bi-annual complimentary product allocation

Paid volunteering allowance for all employees

Bonus opportunity based on personal, and business, performance

Suite of options to aid development, including complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning, in-house Product and Core skills training and study support opportunities

Access to employee assistance programmes, complimentary subscription to Headspace mindfulness app and summer hours options.

Aesop is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a creative and inclusive workplace where talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting inclusion for all with the belief that diversity, inclusion and belonging plays an important role in the success of our organisation. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.

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