Demand Planner

D C S Manufacturing; Banbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Demand Planner to optimize stock levels and support the S&OP manager. In this dynamic role, you'll manage inventory, liaise with suppliers, and ensure timely stock replenishment to achieve exceptional service levels. Join a leading distributor in health and beauty products, where you can thrive in a fast-paced environment and make a significant impact. This role offers the chance to develop your career while working collaboratively with a passionate team dedicated to excellence.

Benefits

Life cover

Pension plan

Medical cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Social events

Subsidised café with free breakfast

Qualifications

• High numerical ability and strong communication skills are essential.
• Experience in buying and stock control is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage demand planning and stock replenishment effectively.
• Ensure timely stock flow to meet customer service levels.
• Chair supply chain meetings and maintain supplier relationships.

Skills

Numerical ability

Verbal communication

Written communication

Relationship building

Time management

Stock control experience

Warehouse experience

Flexibility

Ability to work to deadlines

Quality incident reporting

Job description

The main purpose of the Job is to review the future demand and ROP (Reorder) levels and keep replenishing stock holding levels into the Optimal stock holding, taking into consideration cash flow, service levels, and capacity. Supporting the S&OP (Sales and Operations) manager in the day-to-day job and being the first point of contact with Suppliers' Supply chain contacts.

Responsibilities:

• Planning and managing demand, deciding how much and when to replenish using industry standard metrics.
• Monitoring and managing accurate stock holding aligned with the business targets.
• Liaising with relevant departments to ensure stock comes in and goes out on time to achieve 98.5% Customer and Supply Service Level.
• Keying, sending, chasing, and booking in of orders, managing inbound diaries.
• Maintaining professional working relationships with suppliers and customers and ensuring we meet their needs.
• Chairing monthly supply chain meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Supporting S&OP Manager in terms of demand planning and forecast preparation.
• Ensuring inventory is kept within target levels and not held within the business in excess of 180 days.
• Monitoring team and department KPIs and adjusting to meet the target levels if necessary.
• Ensuring all activities relating to medicines and medical devices are in accordance with Good Distribution Practice of medicinal products.

Skills Required:

• High level of numerical ability and accuracy.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate at all levels.
• Self-motivated, flexible, and open to changes.
• Ability to build relationships and liaise effectively internally and externally.
• Experience in buying/stock control.
• Experience in busy warehouse environments.
• Time management and prioritizing.
• Able to raise/complete quality incidence reports.
• Working to deadlines & managing customer expectations.

Why Join DCS Group?

At DCS, we are the UK’s leading distributor, manufacturer, and exporter of health, beauty, and household products. We work with some of the biggest global brands, offering a fast-paced and collaborative work environment where you can make a real impact.

Employee Benefits Include:

• Life cover
• Pension plan
• Medical cash plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Social events
• Subsidised café, including free breakfast

Location: Banbury office

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment, apply today.

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