Part Time
$540
20
Mar 31, 2026
Overview
We are a fast-growing ecommerce business managing multiple brands across Amazon and other online channels. We are looking for a highly analytical Inventory Planner & Merchandiser to manage stock levels, forecast demand and ensure we maximise sales while avoiding overstock and stockouts.
This role is critical to ensuring the right products are in stock, at the right time, across all key markets and seasonal periods.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Forecast Analysis
• Analyse weekly sales performance vs forecast across all products
• Identify trends in fast-moving and slow-moving SKUs
• Highlight risks such as under-forecasting, overstocking or declining sales
Market-Level Stock Planning (UK & EU)
• Analyse sales split between UK and EU marketplaces
• Determine where stock is required based on market demand and sales trends
• Ensure correct allocation of inventory between UK and EU warehouses
• Identify opportunities to rebalance stock between regions to maximise sales and availability
Stock Planning & Management
• Monitor stock levels and weeks of cover across all SKUs
• Identify products at risk of selling out or overstocking
• Ensure stock is aligned with sales velocity, geography and seasonality
Supply Chain & Delivery Tracking
• Track inbound shipments and highlight delays or risks to availability
• Ensure stock arrives at the right time for seasonality and demand peaks
• Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues
Merchandising & Commercial Planning
• Work with the sales team to build a long-term view of stock requirements
• Ensure stock supports planned promotions, deal events and peak periods
• Help prevent:
• Overstock (cash tied up)
• Stockouts during key selling periods
• Late arrivals missing seasonal demand
Reporting & Insights
• Provide clear weekly reports on:
• Stock health
• Forecast vs actual performance
• UK vs EU stock allocation
• Key risks and opportunities
• Recommend actions to improve availability and efficiency
Requirements
• Experience in inventory planning, merchandising or supply chain (ecommerce preferred)
• Strong analytical skills (Excel / Google Sheets essential)
• Experience working with sales forecasts and stock allocation across regions
• Ability to interpret data and make commercial recommendations
• High attention to detail and organisation
Highly Desirable
• Experience with Amazon EU (UK + DE + EU5 markets)
• Understanding of cross-border inventory and fulfilment (FBA / EFN / PAN-EU)
• Experience with AI and tools like Linnworks or inventory systems
• Background in consumer goods or fast-moving products
What Success Looks Like
• Minimal stockouts across UK and EU markets
• Efficient stock allocation between regions
• Reduced overstock and excess inventory
• Stock aligned with seasonality, demand and promotions
• Clear visibility of risks before they happen