Planning Assistant

Urgent requirement for a Planning Assistant (Contract role) with experience in inventory management. Location - London (3-4 days a week onsite, rest WFH) Rate -£115-£190 per day (Contract -Inside IR35-via umbrella) Duration - 3 months Role Purpose: The Planning Assistant will support the Inventory Planning team with key responsibilities across planning and reporting. This includes leveraging centrally available data and coordinating with regional/divisional partners to deliver insights that support critical business decisions. Key Responsibilities: Assist in communication and adherence to commercial principles in Global Inventory Management Support Global Open to Buy (OTB), options planning, stock rebalances and delists Own and enhance weekly reporting and maintain Excel templates Conduct ad hoc analysis to identify risks and opportunities Support in option consolidation, linked line management, global rebalances and delist tracking Measures of Success: Global full-price/net sales, AUR, sell-through, net margins Inventory weeks of cover and annual turn targets Collaboration: Merchandising, Planning, Central Outlet & Supply Chain teams, Finance, and other business partners Ideal Candidate Profile: Advanced Excel skills Strong analytical and organizational abilities Fast learner, results-driven, and comfortable in fast-paced environments Able to manage multiple priorities Experience with SAP/Business Objects is a plus

Location: London,, GB

Posted Date: 7/31/2025