Demand Analyst – Distribution (Wholesale)

We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates. Key Responsibilities: - Build and manage wholesale demand forecasts by distributor, brand and SKU, capturing key demand drivers and managing the monthly forecast lock - Optimise availability and inventory through stock visibility, Min–Max cover, replenishment planning, FEFO rotation and early risk flagging - Reduce backorders, returns and short-expiry exposure by tracking drivers, analysing root causes, and feeding learnings back into forecasting and inventory rules - Improve distribution efficiency by analysing demand by route, delivery frequency and ordering patterns to support route planning and cost optimisation - Deliver disciplined reporting and governance through weekly action reports and S&OP demand inputs. Required Qualifications: & EXPERIENCE - Degree in Supply Chain/Procurement, Economics & Statistics, or related field - Minimum 5 years’ experience in demand analysis (or similar role) - Strong inventory management knowledge, statistical capability, and advanced Excel - ERP experience (SAP preferred) and ability to translate data into insights and actions