Demand Planner

Michael Page (UK); Essex; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Demand Planner for a world-renowned FMCG brand. The role involves forecasting demand, collaborating with global teams, and managing product lifecycles. Ideal candidates have experience in demand planning, exceptional analytical skills, and strong communication abilities. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working model, and excellent benefits, including a product discount and private health insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonus scheme

Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office)

50% product discount

Private health insurance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in demand planning, preferably in FMCG, beauty, or retail.
• Strong numerical skills with advanced Excel and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining a robust demand forecast.
• Leading the monthly S&OP cycle.
• Managing product lifecycle planning.

Skills

Demand planning

Forecasting

Supply chain planning

Analytical skills

Excel

Communication

Tools

Power BI

Job description

• Work for a Prestigious Brand
• Previous Demand Planning Experience Required

About Our Client

Our client is a world leading FMCG brand, celebrated for its commitment to innovation, plant-powered formulas, and exceptional customer experience. With a strong presence across retail, e-commerce, and luxury channels, the business continues to grow across the UK and EMEA region.

Job Description

• Building and maintaining a robust demand forecast using historical data, market insights, and promotional activity


• Leading the monthly S&OP cycle and partnering closely with Sales, Marketing, and Finance


• Managing product lifecycle planning including launches, discontinuations, and phase-outs


• Monitoring key KPIs such as forecast accuracy, bias, and service level performance


• Challenging assumptions and providing data-driven insights to support decision‑making


• Collaborating with global supply teams to ensure alignment of demand and supply plans


• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance forecasting processes and tools

The Successful Applicant

• Proven experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain planning (FMCG, beauty, or retail an advantage)


• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with advanced Excel (Power BI beneficial)


• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities


• The confidence to challenge, influence, and bring clarity to complex data


• Strong organisational skills and a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + bonus scheme


• Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office)


• 50% product discount


• Private health insurance


• Opportunity to join a prestigious brand with strong values and career development


• Collaborative, supportive working environment and excellent benefits package