Demand Analyst

Randstad Engineering; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business in Cambridge is seeking a Demand Analyst to manage forecasts and support production planning. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to ensure efficient supply chain operation. You should possess strong forecasting experience, excellent Excel skills, and stock management expertise. This role offers competitive salary and development opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in forecasting/demand planning, ideally within a seasonal business.
• Excellent Excel skills and commercial awareness.
• Understanding of MRP/ERP systems.
• Expertise in stock management.
• Logical thinker, able to navigate challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a defined forecast area, collaborating with Sales to build a demand plan.
• Support planning of 2,400 finished goods SKUs and purchasing of raw materials.
• Provide accurate reporting and insights for production and purchasing decisions.
• Assist with stock balancing and KPI reporting.
• Support Production Planners with PO management and supply chain projects.

Skills

Forecasting

Excel skills

MRP / ERP systems

Stock management

Collaborative attitude

Job description

Demand Analyst: Join a Leading Manufacturing Business in Cambridge!

Are you a detail‑oriented, analytical thinker ready to make a significant impact on a leading horticulture business? We are looking for a Demand Analyst to join our Supply Chain team in Cambridge.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in managing forecasts, supporting efficient production planning, and ensuring our innovative gardening products are delivered cost‑effectively.

📌 The Role: What You'll Do

As our Demand Analyst, you will manage a defined forecast area, working closely with Sales, Production, and Inbound Supply teams.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Own the forecast for a defined division, collaborating with Sales to build a robust demand plan.
• Support the planning of approximately 2,400 finished goods SKUs and the purchasing of around 4,500 raw material and packaging SKUs.
• Provide accurate reporting and insights to inform production and purchasing decisions.
• Assist with stock balancing between warehouses, KPI reporting, and system/SKU management (BOMs, NPD phase‑in/out).
• Support Production Planners and the Inbound Supply Team with PO management, capacity reporting, and supply chain projects.

💡 What You'll Bring

We are looking for a collaborative, adaptable, and solution‑oriented individual with a "can‑do" attitude and a willingness to learn.

Required Experience & Knowledge:

• Experience in forecasting / demand planning, ideally within a seasonal business.
• Excellent Excel skills and commercial awareness.
• Understanding of MRP / ERP systems.
• Expertise in stock management.
• A logical thinker, able to navigate challenges in a fast‑paced environment.

Desirable:

• Broader supply chain experience (e.g., production planning, buying, inbound supply).
• Knowledge of NPD (New Product Development) processes.

Why Join?

Join a leading UK horticulture business, known for innovative gardening products and sustainable practices.

Be part of a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Opportunity to contribute to a leading brand at the forefront of innovation.

Excellent career development and growth opportunities within supply chain and operations.

Competitive salary and benefits.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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