Alan Lear

Alan Lear is a seasoned demand planner with significant experience in inventory management and sales analysis. Currently employed at Ocado Group since November 2021, Alan has honed skills in forecasting and stock management throughout a diverse career. Previous roles include Stock Planner/ Controller at Travel Blue, where responsibilities involved analyzing global sales trends and managing shipments, and a long tenure at Bathstore, serving both as Online Merchandiser and Lead Purchasing Assistant. Alan's background spans positions at Keystone Distribution, Woolworths, Tripp luggage, and Arcadia Group Ltd, emphasizing expertise in sales performance analysis, range planning, and stock optimization. Alan holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Hertfordshire.