Demand Planner

ZipRecruiter; Antrim; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in foodservice distribution is looking for a Demand Planner in Antrim, Northern Ireland. This role involves forecasting, ordering products, and reducing stock holding while maintaining supplier relationships. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and be flexible in their working hours. The company offers a supportive environment with substantial career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Strong benefits package

Career growth opportunities

State-of-the-art facilities

Innovative work culture

Qualifications

• Proactive, organised, and analytical professional needed.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines is essential.
• Willingness to work weekends and bank holidays required.

Responsibilities

• Accurately forecast and order products to maximise availability.
• Reduce excess stock holding and minimise waste.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers.
• Analyse sales data to drive profitability.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Excellent IT skills (Excel essential)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Flexible, problem-solving mindset

Tools

ERP/MRP system experience

Job description

Overview

Demand Planner (Co. Antrim)

MCS Group is delighted to be partnering exclusively with a global leader in foodservice distribution to recruit multiple Demand Planners for their growing team in Northern Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity to join a world-class organisation with brilliant career development opportunities!

Responsibilities

• Accurately forecast and order products to support sales and maximise availability.
• Reduce excess stock holding while minimising mark-downs, waste, and overstocks.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure effective product supply.
• Collaborate with management on promotions and forward buys.
• Analyse sales data and reports to drive profitability and efficiency.
• Support the replenishment function in achieving and exceeding targets.

Qualifications

We are seeking a proactive, organised, and analytical professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will bring:

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent IT skills (Excel essential; ERP/MRP system experience desirable, with training provided).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• A flexible, problem-solving mindset with the ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Willingness to work weekends, bank holidays and outside of standard office hours when required.

Benefits

• Be part of a large organisation with strong benefits
• Career growth opportunities within a market-leading organisation.
• Work in state of the art facilities
• A culture that values customer focus, collaboration, and innovation.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Ben Picking, Specialist Consultant at MCS Group 028 96 935495

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