Inventory/ Merchandise planner

• Location: Milton Keynes
• Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)
• Job Type: Full-time in the office 

A leading company in the fitness equipment industry is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Inventory/ Merchandise planner. The role is central to overseeing procurement operations, managing inventory, and enhancing supplier relationships to support our diverse portfolio of businesses.

Day to day of the role:

• Collaborate with Trading Teams to analyse sales trends and manage stock levels effectively.
• Engage with suppliers to ensure updated lead times and manage expectations.
• Handle the creation, processing, and updating of purchase orders across systems such as Sage 200.
• Monitor inventory levels, identify purchasing needs, and maintain alignment with key stock KPIs.
• Coordinate logistics with sea freight and delivery providers to ensure timely collection and delivery of goods.
• Contribute to the management of supplier agreements, establish KPIs, and monitor performance for compliance.
• Identify and implement potential cost-saving and process improvements by reviewing suppliers and internal processes.
• Maintain accurate product pricing in internal systems and generate relevant reports as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a purchasing or procurement role, ideally within merchandising.
• Familiarity with procurement processes and systems such as SAGE, or similar platforms, is advantageous.
• Proficient negotiation skills for securing favourable terms with suppliers and logistics companies.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Understanding of logistics and inventory management principles.
• Capable of working effectively in a fast-paced environment and meeting tight deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure and independently.
• Excellent communication skills for efficient interaction with suppliers and internal teams.
• Quick learner with the ability to process and assess information swiftly.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary with excellent career progression opportunities.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Family healthcare package (details available upon request).

To apply for the Inventory/ Merchandise planner position, please apply online now or call Kristine at Reed Milton Keynes office for more information.