Demand Planner

Michael Page (UK); Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the Food & Beverages sector is seeking a talented forecasting and demand planning professional. This pivotal role focuses on enhancing forecasting accuracy, aligning stock management, and developing strategies to tackle service issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, advanced MS Excel skills, and effective communication abilities. With opportunities for career progression, this role offers a chance to make a significant impact within a global brand. Join a dynamic team dedicated to driving operational excellence and ensuring product availability during peak demand periods.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in forecasting or demand planning, preferably in chilled supply chain.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Improve forecast accuracy and develop strategies for forecasting processes.
• Collaborate with factories to provide market insights and activity updates.

Skills

Forecasting

Demand Planning

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

MS Excel

Job description

Career Development Opportunity

Join a global brand in the Food & Beverages industry, focusing on forecasting and demand planning.

About Our Client

A renowned global brand in the Food & Beverages sector.

Job Description

1. Improve forecast accuracy and develop strategies to enhance forecasting processes.
2. Align forecast accuracy with factory stock management and review security stock policies based on specific challenges.
3. Develop action plans to resolve service issues and reduce waste levels.
4. Conduct business analysis and derive insights to improve operational processes.
5. Collaborate with factories across Europe, particularly those operating on push flow systems, to provide market insights and activity updates.
6. Support and manage seasonal demand increases, such as Easter, Christmas, and promotional periods.
7. Forecast chilled desserts and oversee stock control measures.

The Successful Candidate

• Proven experience in a similar forecasting or demand planning role, preferably within chilled supply chain.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and data interpretation abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
• Effective influencing and communication skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for career progression and growth.