Go To Market, Planning Analyst

For a quarter of a century, the Jellycat family have brought joy, wonder and playful fun to people of all ages, in every part of the world. Utterly original and in a class of their own, they are currently among the most loved and collected toys of their kind. How has this gentle tribe endeared themselves to so many? Perhaps it is their whimsical expressions. Or the deliciously soft fabrics. Or the beautiful way in which they sit in your hand. Whatever it is, there is something magical and unmistakeable about each one of them.Reporting to the Head of New Product Planning, you'll play a key role in ensuring Jellycat’s new products launch successfully across global markets. Working across seasonal launches, exclusives and special activations, you'll provide visibility of launch readiness, identify risks early, and help teams make informed decisions that keep products on track. This is a highly collaborative role, combining planning, analysis and stakeholder management to ensure the right products arrive in the right markets at the right time.You'll beTracking new product launches across multiple markets, categories and launch types to ensure key milestones are achievedMonitoring launch readiness and proactively identifying risks that could impact timing, availability or customer experiencePartnering with Product, Design, Category, Demand Planning, Production Planning and Marketing teams to resolve blockers and maintain launch momentumPreparing and maintaining weekly launch reporting, highlighting risks, priorities and commercial implicationsSupporting cross-functional decision-making by presenting clear options and recommendations when launches are at riskManaging product data readiness and ensuring critical launch information is accurate and up to dateProviding regular updates on launch timing, stock availability and readiness to internal stakeholders and market teamsDeveloping and enhancing launch tracking tools and reporting, primarily using Excel and Power QueryAnalysing launch performance and conducting post-launch reviews to identify improvements for future seasonsCollaborating with the Data & Analytics team to help shape future launch planning and reporting solutionsYou'll haveExperience in planning, supply chain, product launch, merchandising or a related business functionPrevious experience supporting product launches, seasonal ranges, campaigns or commercial activationsStrong analytical skills with the ability to combine, cleanse and interpret data from multiple sourcesAdvanced Excel skills, including experience using Power QueryConfidence communicating with stakeholders across different teams and levels of seniorityThe ability to translate operational challenges into clear commercial impacts and recommendationsStrong attention to detail whilst maintaining a broad view of overall business prioritiesA proactive and solutions-focused approach, with a strong sense of ownership and accountabilityExperience with D365 or a similar ERP system and/or Power BI would be advantageousExposure to consumer products, toys, fashion, FMCG or long lead-time international supply chains would be beneficial