Demand Planner

ZipRecruiter; Bolton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly expanding FMCG business in Bolton is seeking a Demand Planner to support growth. The role involves creating forecast models, analyzing demand forecasts, and engaging with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have proven demand planning experience and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Proven demand planning experience.
• Experience working within an SME environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain forecast models incorporating business intelligence.
• Develop and analyze finished goods demand forecasts.
• Perform trend analysis to identify inconsistencies.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder engagement

Demand planning

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description

A rapidly expanding FMCG business based in Bolton is looking for a Demand Planner to join their team. This is a newly created role to support further growth within the business. We are seeking an experienced supply chain professional with excellent demand planning skills, an analytical mindset, and strong stakeholder engagement abilities.

About the role:

• Create and maintain forecast models for our customers, incorporating business intelligence and forecast information from sales, marketing, finance, and other sources.
• Develop, analyze, and recommend finished goods demand forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation.
• Identify areas of forecast risk and opportunities for improvement within demand planning categories.
• Support data analytics, root cause analysis, and problem resolution.
• Perform trend analysis to identify inconsistencies between forecasts and actual sales.
• Apply regression analysis, seasonality indices, and exception-based planning principles to forecasts.
• Understand and communicate inherent risks in forecasting decisions and advise cross-functional partners on managing and mitigating these risks.

About the person:

• Proven demand planning experience.
• Experience working within an SME environment is desirable.
• Analytical mindset with excellent stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong Excel skills.

To apply for the role, please send your CV to:

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