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 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.