Demand Planner

Vaillant Group Belgium; Kirkby-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Well-being programme

IiP Gold award

Death in service benefit

Private health care (subsidised)

Family friendly policies

Job summary

Vaillant Group in the UK is seeking a skilled Demand Planner to ensure product availability and OTIF targets are met by timely purchase orders and accurate forecasting.

You will forecast material requirements, manage stock levels, and coordinate with UK service and commercial teams. Experience with SAP, MRP and Power BI is essential, as is a degree in business or supply chain. Hybrid or office-based role with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a demand planning/forecasting role with SAP and MRP.
• Degree in business, supply chain or related field preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; able to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Manage product availability to meet OTIF targets by placing purchase orders.
• Forecast and manage material requirements aligned with demand patterns and KPI targets.
• Resolve quality issues with suppliers and customers through Purchasing.
• Stock optimisation while observing financial targets and seasonality.
• Maintain SAP/EPS systems with planning parameters and van stock management.
• Coordinate activities with UK departments including Vaillant Service and commercial teams.

Skills

Demand planning

SAP experience

MRP knowledge

Power BI

Communication

Education

Degree in business or supply chain

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Developing one of the most efficient heat pumps on the market. And turning the lights on only when needed.Both count. Both are us.

Contract type: Permanent Working time: Full-time

What we achieve together

• In this role you will manage the availability of products effectively so that OTIF targets are met by correctly placing purchase orders within necessary lead times to ensure material availability.
• Forecast and manage material requirements in line with the demand pattern whilst maintaining and delivering on time all KPI’s and business measures.
• Ensure quality issues are managed and resolved appropriately either directly with suppliers, internal/external customers or via Purchasing.
• Optimise and manage stock, observing appropriate financial targets and processes, along with seasonality.
• Maintain SAP/EPS systems with appropriate planning & stock parameters by material including van stock management.
• Co-operate in all operations to ensure coordination where necessary with the activities and requirements of other departments in the UK, specifically Vaillant Service and our commercial teams.

What makes us successful together

• Previous experience in a demand planning/forecasting role, SAP experience and an understanding of master data and MRP is essential.
• Qualifications - A Degree in business, supply chain or other a relevant field is preferable.
• A Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures.
• Strong statistical knowledge with Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Power BI knowledge and skills would be an advantage.

What you can count on

• We offer our employees an attractive remuneration package, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and bonus opportunities.
• We offer a generous pension scheme which enables our employees to have greater financial security when they do retire.
• We care about our employees and offer a well-being programme that includes 24/7 remote GP appointments, mental health consultations and 1-2-1 lifestyle coaching.
• We are in the 7% of UK businesses that have received the Gold award from Investors in People (IiP)
• For our employee’s peace of mind, we provide a death in service benefit and the option of subsidised private health care.
• We pride ourselves on our Family Friendly Policies, designed to support our employees during important life events.

What makes us special

We take care of a better climate. In every home and our environment. As a successful family business, we have been living up to this claim for over 150 years. We are one of the world's leading providers of heat pumps, digital services and efficient gas heating appliances and offer energy-saving solutions.

You will find sustainability everywhere at the Vaillant Group. In the office, at the production sites and on the road. Around 16,000 employees from over 70 countries are committed to this every day. As an international team, we take responsibility - for our future and that of our planet. We promote your personal development so that you can act with passion and together we can ensure a better climate.

Become part of the Vaillant Group and help us shape the future of heating!

We promote equity and do not tolerate any form of discrimination. We value the uniqueness of each individual and encourage all people to apply.