Demand and Supply Planner

Finning Canada; Cannock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment dealer in Cannock is seeking a Sales and Demand Planner to drive strategic forecasting and analysis, influencing significant sales outcomes. The ideal candidate will have advanced Excel skills, experience in forecasting roles, and the ability to manage pressure while producing accurate insights. This position offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

25 days holiday

Life insurance

Up to 7% pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Confident presenter with excellent PowerPoint skills.
• Comfortable working under pressure and to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and interpret reports to support Sales teams.
• Analyse forecasts and challenge assumptions.
• Provide regular metrics for smarter demand reviews.
• Maintain and update the S&OP Performance Dashboard.
• Attend and lead monthly S&OP meetings.

Skills

Expert-level Excel skills

Strong analytical thinking

Ability to identify trends

Attention to detail

Strong organisational skills

Confident presenter

Familiarity with inventory management

Experience with S&OP tools

2–3 years in analytical role

Proven experience in creating reports

Job description

Company: Finning (UK) Ltd Number of Openings: 1 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer experiences and innovative solutions.
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of sales and operations planning? As a Sales and Demand Planner, you will be at the heart of forecasting, analytics, and strategic decision-making—helping to drive over £250 million in sales. If you thrive in a fast-paced, data-driven environment and love turning insights into action, we want to hear from you. This is more than just a planning role—it’s a chance to influence business outcomes, reduce surplus inventory, and help shape the future of our sales strategy. Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Forecasting & Analysis
  Develop and interpret reports and metrics to support Sales and Industry teams in building accurate forecasts across revenue, units, and PINs.

• Forecast Review & Challenge
  Analyse forecasts at model level, identify deviations, and challenge assumptions to improve accuracy and alignment.

• Continuous Improvement
  Use learning logs and historical data to provide regular and ad hoc metrics that drive smarter demand reviews and process enhancements.

• Dashboard Management
  Maintain and update the S&OP Performance Dashboard with key business metrics to support strategic decisions.

• S&OP Meeting Leadership
  Attend and lead monthly S&OP and Demand Review meetings, presenting data, capturing changes, and adjusting projections in real time.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Expert-level Excel skills and strong analytical thinking

• Ability to identify trends and deliver actionable insights

• Attention to detail and accuracy in reporting

• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities

• Confident presenter with excellent PowerPoint skills

• Comfortable working under pressure and to tight deadlines

• Familiarity with inventory management and product lifecycle

• Experience with S&OP forecasting tools and processes

• 2–3 years in an analytical or forecasting role

• Proven experience in creating and interpreting business reports

What We Offer:

In addition to a competitive salary, an annual bonus, 25 days holiday, life insurance, and up to 7% pension, you will benefit from:

• A comprehensive benefits package

• A supportive and collaborative work environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Why Join Us:

At Finning, we believe in fostering a culture of innovation and performance. We offer a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter. Finning is a forces-friendly employer having signed the Armed Forces Covenant, and pledges to treat those who serve or have served in the armed forces, and their families fairly.