VIE - Junior Demand Planner - London

We're Hiring a Junior Demand Planner for Pernod Ricard Global Travel Retail !

Are you a young professional looking to dive deep into the world of Demand Planning and Supply Chain? Pernod Ricard offers an incredible opportunity to become a Junior Demand Planner based in London, UK.

Candidates interested in this role should ensure they are eligible for the VIE (Volontariat International en Entreprise) program before applying.

Be part of something big:

We are Pernod Ricard, a leading company in the global wines and spirits industry with over 19,000 employees globally. We hold one of the most prestigious and comprehensive brand portfolios in the industry with 240 premium brands available in over 160 countries, including: Absolut vodka, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater, Malfy and Monkey 47 gins, Malibu liqueur, Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes.

This position sits in our Global Travel Retail business. GTR is one of the Group’s largest markets, bringing Pernod Ricard brands to life in the exciting and innovative Travel Retail channel which includes duty-free, cruise ships & border shops around the globe. With a global footprint across more than 20 locations and over 30 nationalities, our working culture celebrates inclusion and diversity. Our team is united by our shared passion for travel and our shared belief in its transformative power. Travel to the heart of our exciting business with our @pernodricardtravel Instagram page, showcasing our latest projects and innovations around the globe.

The Position:

As a Junior Demand Planner, you are part of the Planning team of the Americas and Europe Travel Retail business and will play a crucial role in building an accurate forecast alongside the commercial team.

Your primary objective will be to be the link between the operations, commercial, finance and marketing team and provide support for the Demand Planning activities. You will also be responsible for managing and overseeing the S&OP process for a part of the demand planning activities.

What You Will Do:

1. Demand Planning:

• Drive an accurate rolling 18‑month demand forecast in Anaplan, making full use of advanced forecasting features (including supply constraints, promotions, sell‑out modules, and AI tools).
• Track and analyze key KPIs for your assigned customer portfolio.
• Integrate key outcomes from S&OP meetings into each new forecasting cycle.

2. Collaboration and Communication:

• Build strong partnerships with sales, marketing, and supply teams to ensure seamless information flow.
• Lead cross‑functional training sessions on Demand Planning whenever new Anaplan features or S&OP enhancements are introduced.
• Support standardized processes and ways of working across the Americas and Europe.

3. Projects:

• Act as the supply chain lead for New Product introductions, coordinating activities across teams to ensure smooth launches and an excellent customer experience.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, or a related field.
• Previous experience in demand planning or supply planning.
• Strong analytical abilities and excellent communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of Anaplan and/or JDE is a plus.
• Fluency in English is required.

Pernod Ricard is committed to offering equal opportunities to all talents. Our recruitment methods focus on skills and competencies.

Job Posting End Date:

Target Hire Date:

2026-06-01

Target End Date:

2027-05-31