Demand Planner

ZipRecruiter; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Gloucester is seeking a Demand Planner to ensure optimal stock levels through precise forecasting and cross-department collaborations. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and experience in demand planning within manufacturing settings.

Qualifications

• Experience in demand planning, materials planning, or operations planning preferred.
• Strong analytical abilities to manage complex datasets.
• Knowledge of inventory optimization strategies (JIT, EOQ).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for production.
• Collaborate with Buying and Production teams for availability.
• Lead meetings to review production and inventory status.

Skills

Analytical skills

Planning skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations

Tools

Excel

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Job Description

The role will be responsible for providing the business with accurate forecasts of demand to ensure the right stock levels are held on site at all times to meet customer requirements.

What You'll Be Doing

Develop, maintain, and improve accurate demand forecasts for material and finished goods to support production and purchasing plans

Collaborate closely with the Buying and Production teams to ensure materials and products are available to meet production schedules and customer demand to achieve On Time Delivery (OTD)

Monitor stock levels and consumption rates to anticipate supply needs, avoid stockouts, and reduce excess inventory

Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of components and finished goods

Lead regular planning meetings to review production schedules, inventory status, and forecast updates.

Identify and mitigate supply risks or delays through proactive planning and communication

Support continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain process to increase efficiency and responsiveness.

What You Will Bring:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field; APICS certification or equivalent is a plus

Proven experience in demand planning, materials planning, or operations planning preferably in a manufacturing or production-driven environment

Strong analytical and planning skills, with the ability to work with complex datasets and forecasting tools (e.g. Excel, Oracle, SAP).

Hands-on experience with inventory optimization strategies, including JIT and EOQ methodologies.

Solid understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, including procurement, production scheduling, and inventory management.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams

High attention to detail, problem-solving capability, and a proactive, continuous improvement mindset.