Data-Driven Demand Planner | Forecasting & Analytics

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An International FMCG company is looking for a candidate to maintain data within the APO/IBP forecasting system while ensuring a high-quality demand forecast. You will work with various teams to identify discrepancies, adjust sales data, and provide meaningful statistical forecasts. A minimum bachelor’s degree and strong numerical and analytical skills are essential for this position. Key responsibilities include reviewing statistical alerts, managing promotional forecasts, and conducting demand reviews. Proficiency in MS Office and English is required.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical and analytical competencies.
• Comfortable with complex IT systems and processes.
• Languages: English mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Maintain data within the APO/IBP forecasting system.
• Identify master data issues and work with teams.
• Adjust historical sales for accurate forecasting.
• Review and resolve APO/IBP alerts.
• Update promotional forecasts.
• Validate start forecast volumes.
• Ensure alignment of forecasted and commercially agreed volumes.
• Carry out demand reviews with Account Managers.

Skills

Numerical competencies

Analytical competencies

Understanding of statistical forecasting techniques

Good knowledge of Excel

Good knowledge of Word

Good knowledge of Outlook

Education

Minimum bachelor or equivalent experience

Tools

APO/IBP forecasting system

Job description

An International FMCG company is looking for a candidate to maintain data within the APO/IBP forecasting system while ensuring a high-quality demand forecast. You will work with various teams to identify discrepancies, adjust sales data, and provide meaningful statistical forecasts. A minimum bachelor’s degree and strong numerical and analytical skills are essential for this position. Key responsibilities include reviewing statistical alerts, managing promotional forecasts, and conducting demand reviews. Proficiency in MS Office and English is required.