Demand Planner

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a globally recognized FMCG organization as a Demand Planner in Ipswich. You will play a pivotal role in forecasting, product launches, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring operational excellence. This dynamic environment offers the chance to work with iconic snack brands and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a consumer goods business, in planning or merchandising.
• Comfortable using Excel for high-volume workloads.
• Exposure to different sales channels (e.g., Grocery, Convenience) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary link between business and Customer Demand Planners.
• Lead the operational execution of product launches and seasonal plans.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting and forecast accuracy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Job description

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Are you ready to take the next step in your supply chain career with a globally recognised FMCG organisation? Our client, a much-loved business behind some of the world's most iconic snack brands, is seeking a Demand Planner to join their high-performing team during an exciting time of growth and innovation.

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in the forecasting and planning function of a dynamic, fast-paced business renowned for its heritage, values, and commitment to quality. As the central point of contact for Supply Chain, you’ll be instrumental in ensuring effective cross-functional collaboration, timely product launches, and optimised seasonal planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary link between the wider business and Customer Demand Planners, ensuring seamless information flow and timely action on short-term supply constraints.
• Lead the operational execution of product launches and seasonal plans, working closely with Brand, Commercialisation and Commercial Planning teams.
• Analyse and manage forecast deviations, sales trends, and supply risks, and develop data-driven volume allocation strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting, forecast accuracy, and planning systems—owning IS/system queries and their resolution.
• Facilitate weekly cross-functional reviews to identify and mitigate risks of over- or under-stock during key seasonal periods.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a consumer goods business, in either planning or merchandising.
• Strong analytical skills, comfortable with using excel for a high-volume work load.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across Commercial, Brand, and Supply Chain teams.
• Excellent communication skills, and a hands-on, proactive approach.
• Exposure to different sales channels (e.g. Grocery, Convenience, Impulse, Hospitality) is highly desirable.

Your Attributes:

• Challenging and analytical mindset.
• Confident, collaborative, and approachable.
• Passionate about operational excellence and continuous improvement.

We look forward to your application for this exciting opportunity.

The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom