Demand Planner

ttiemea; Droitwich Spa; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Vax in Droitwich is seeking a proactive Demand Planner with 1–3 years of experience in forecasting and supply chain. You will shape demand forecasts, analyse trends and collaborate with Sales, Commercial, Supply Chain and Finance to support stock planning and business objectives.

You will work on a hybrid basis, spending 3 days onsite and 2 days working from home, and you'll engage with stakeholders at all levels to challenge assumptions and drive improvements in forecasting processes.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years' experience in Demand Planning, Forecasting, Supply Chain or analytical sales role
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills with ability to identify trends
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
• Strong stakeholder management with confidence to challenge and influence decisions
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of demand, sales and stock impact
• Highly organised and proactive in driving improvements
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and review demand forecasts using historical data, current trends and commercial insights
• Analyse sales performance and forecast biases to identify risks and opportunities
• Collaborate with Commercial teams on promotions, launches and market changes
• Coordinate with Supply Chain and Finance to align forecasts with stock and business goals
• Challenge forecast assumptions with data and insights to influence decisions
• Monitor forecast accuracy and identify root causes of discrepancies for corrective action
• Utilise Excel and planning systems to produce reports and support forecasting
• Highlight risks and support development of solutions in cross-functional reviews
• Contribute to regular planning meetings with clear findings and recommendations
• Identify opportunities to improve forecasting processes and data quality

Skills

Demand Planning

Forecasting

Excel

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Tools

ERP Systems

Planning software

Job description

Overview of Vax:

Our heritage-rich, expert-led business has always had the same goal: to prioritize innovation and to design easy-to-use products that seamlessly integrate into our customers' lives, offering reliable, quick solutions to cleaning homes, whatever the mess.

Vax has forged its reputation as a brand that focuses on the needs of its customers. Our culture of innovation is at the heart of everything we do and we work hard to constantly think of new ways to improve our products, ensuring that we deliver premium quality products for our customers.

About the role

We are looking for a proactive, commercially minded, and analytical Demand Planner to join our team in Droitwich. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in Demand Planning, Forecasting, Supply Chain, or an analytical Sales role to develop their career within a fast-paced retail environment.

Working closely with Sales, Commercial, Supply Chain, and Finance teams, you'll play a key role in shaping demand forecasts, identifying trends, and providing valuable insights that help drive business performance and support strategic decision-making.

We're keen to hear from candidates who have strong analytical skills and a natural curiosity for data, whether their background is in Demand Planning or a Sales-focused role that involves forecasting, reporting, and close collaboration with Supply Chain teams. You'll be confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels, challenging assumptions, and understanding the commercial impact of key business decisions.

We work on a hybrid basis; this role will be working 3 days onsite and 2 days working from home.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and review demand forecasts, using historical sales data, current trends and relevant commercial insights.
• Analyse sales performance, demand patterns and forecast variances to identify risks, opportunities and areas for improvement.
• Work collaboratively with Commercial teams to understand promotional activity, new product launches, customer requirements and changes in market demand.
• Engage with Supply Chain and Finance to support alignment between demand forecasts, stock availability and business objectives.
• Challenge forecast assumptions constructively, using data and commercial insight to influence stakeholder decisions.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and bias, identifying root causes of discrepancies and recommending corrective actions.
• Use Excel and relevant ERP or planning systems to maintain accurate data, produce reports and support forecasting activities.
• Highlight potential supply and demand risks, escalating issues where appropriate and supporting the development of solutions.
• Contribute to regular planning reviews and cross-functional meetings, clearly communicating findings, risks and recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to improve forecasting processes, reporting and the quality of planning data.

Essential skills and experience

• 1-3 years' experience in Demand Planning, Forecasting, Supply Chain, or an analytical Sales role working closely with Supply Chain teams.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills, with the ability to identify trends and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence decisions.
• Good commercial awareness and an understanding of the impact of demand, sales, and stock availability.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive in driving improvements.
• Good commercial acumen and an understanding of how demand, sales performance and stock availability affect business outcomes.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines, as well as the confidence to suggest improvements.

Equal Opportunities

At Vax we are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe in creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and grow.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do what we can to support you.

Please note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.

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Values

Vax is made up of people who have a shared understanding of our mission and vision. Our values define who we are and what we stand for; Trust - We're experts and everything we do is based on brilliant knowledge. Honesty - Our commitment to doing the right means we are always open and transparent. Resilience - For decades, we have embraced change and been agile in what we do. We aren't easily discouraged. Innovation