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Develop surface product demand forecasts, manage SKU life cycle and implement inventory controls to ensure MS Stores can realize our revenue and Gross Margin (GM) goals. Demonstrated by maintaining an In-Stock Percentage (ISP) of 99%, maintaining lean inventory stocking practices, and managing promotional periods to achieve budget.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and maintain a 16-week rolling forecast for the surface product category developed at SKU level and revised weekly
Submit a monthly Q+1 and Q+2 forecast for the surface product category developed at SKU level
Maintain surface SKU ranges to ensure the correct lifecycle demand profiles for new launching, sustaining, transition and end of life (EOL) SKU’s
Owning planning data sources to provide clarity on sell through (ST) risk, ISP and performance to budget or forecast targets
Ensuring product transitions are managed effectively by highlighting any major risks on N-1 / EOL products regarding excess inventory and required demand
Optimising launch excellence to ensure all new launch products are planned and forecasted for to achieve 100% ISP
Assemble and analyse all data pertinent to implement promotions, price adjustments and seasonality into the demand plan
Partner closely with surface category managers and online store leads to ensure market dynamics and key beats are included in the demand plan
Develop surface financial forecasts to support target setting at both a quarterly level and yearly horizon
Identifying sales opportunities from excess stock to both category managers and online store leads
Continuously improving forecasting techniques, methods and approach
Develop and track key forecasting KPI’s such as forecast and mix accuracy monthly
Partner closely with supply chain to ensure 99% ISP metric at a SKU level
Track forecast accuracy on a weekly basis to drive continual improvement
Requirements:
Must not have a degree
Obtained suitable level 3 qualifications by 31st August 2025 (3 A-levels with grades A*-C, BTEC Nationals, T Levels, or equivalent)
Obtained 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English, with grades A*-C or 9-4 on the new grading system
Legally authorised (have citizenship or a valid visa/work permit) to work in the UK
Analytical Problem Solving
Cross-Boundary Collaboration
Building Customer and Partner Relationships
Global Process Management
Developing analytical skills and a willingness to learn how to work with data
Ability to use AI tools to support work tasks
Strong attention to detail
Enthusiasm, determination, and a strong work ethic
Enjoys exploring data and learning how to turn insights into clear, simple stories
Genuine interest in products and how they succeed in the market
Builds positive relationships and works well with others
Communicates clearly and enjoys collaborating as part of a team
Adapts well to a fast-paced, changing environment
Comfortable using Excel and eager to grow technical skills
What we offer:
Real responsibility from the outset
Employment contract for the full duration of your apprenticeship
Fully supported by an apprentice buddy, your manager, and fellow team members
Time away from your job training and growing your knowledge
Access to industry-leading innovation and resources
Part of a vibrant and inclusive apprentice community
Opportunities to give back through community programmes and Employee Resource Groups