Virginia S

Results-driven Demand & Supply Planning professional with experience in FMCG and global retail environments. Skilled in forecasting, inventory optimisation, and cross-functional collaboration to improve product availability and reduce stock risks. Strong analytical mindset with hands-on experience in ERP systems and data-driven decision-making.

Demand & Supply Planning Analyst at Barry M Beauty (2025-04 – 2026-02)

• Supported weekly demand forecasting and maintained planning parameters to optimise stock levels and minimise shortages and overstock
• Analysed forecast accuracy, inventory levels and sales performance, identifying trends and improvement opportunities
• Managed purchase order execution and supplier coordination to ensure product availability across retail and e-commerce channels
• Collaborated with sales, finance, NPD and logistics teams to align demand and supply plans
• Contributed to promotional planning, new product launches and end-of-life inventory management
• Assisted in production planning to optimise manufacturing capacity
• Maintained accurate data in ERP (Business Central), ensuring data integrity across systems
• Reduced stock outs from 2% to 1.4%
• Increased Top 50 SKUs availability from 95% to 97%
• Service level above 95%

Allocation Analyst (Global Planning Team) at Mars Retail- M&Ms World (2023-03 – 2025-04)

• Managed stock replenishment across UK, Germany and China retail stores, supporting sales and inventory targets
• Executed initial product allocations and in-season replenishment strategies
• Delivered weekly sales and performance reports to support planning decisions
• Collaborated with merchandising and planning teams on product launches and seasonal campaigns
• Ensured optimal product availability for key lines and seasonal peaks

Operations Supervisor at Mars Retail- M&Ms World (2022-01 – 2023-03)

• Led operational processes to ensure stock availability and efficient store performance
• Analysed sales data to adjust ordering and inventory levels
• Managed supplier coordination and stock forecasting
• Trained staff on operational procedures and inventory systems
• Collabotared with different sales teams, finance and 3PLs

Inventory Control Lead at Mars Retail- M&Ms World (2017 – 2022)

• Managed inventory accuracy through SAP and cycle counts
• Investigated stock discrepancies and implemented corrective actions
• Analysed stock data using advanced Excel to improve inventory control
• Led annual physical inventory processes in store and in 3PL warehouses

Guest Experience Associate at Mars Retail- M&Ms World (2013 – 2017)

• Delivered high-quality customer experience in a fast-paced retail environment

Bachelor's Degree in Audiovisual Communication – Rey Juan Carlos University, Spain (2006 – 2011)