Demand Planner

Kao Corporation; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Demand Planner in London to enhance forecasting accuracy and lead demand planning processes. The role involves collaboration with commercial teams to gather product demand information, analyze sales data, and optimize inventory management. Ideal candidates will have experience in the FMCG sector, particularly cosmetics, and proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel.

Benefits

Friendly and flexible work environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in similar position within FMCG industry, ideally cosmetics.
• Knowledge of Statistical Forecast Methodologies considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive Demand Planning 12-month forecasts utilizing KAO forecasting system.
• Lead monthly S&OP meetings and optimize inventory levels.

Skills

Forecasting Accuracy

Analytical Skills

SAP Experience

Excel Skills

Education

Degree Level or Equivalent Professional Qualification

Job description

Join to apply for the Demand Planner role at Kao Corporation

Join to apply for the Demand Planner role at Kao Corporation

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Founded in Japan in 1887, Kao is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives with our high-quality products and services to create a Kirei Life for all – a beautiful life that respects the needs of our consumers and customers as well as the planet. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. As a company driven by purpose and strong corporate values, we pride ourselves to be listed among the World´s Most Ethical Companies since 16 consecutive years. Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do – acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation, and treating each other with trust and respect.

The role

To provide product demand for Kao Salon Division business in UK to a high level of accuracy, which enables efficient planning within appropriate time fences.

What You Will Do

• Own, develop and drive KAO Salon Division Demand Planning 12-month forecasts utilizing KAO forecasting system & tools (SAP – IBP integrated business planning)
• To work with the KAO Salon Division Commercial teams In the UK to gather all information regarding product demands for their customers is used to maximum effect in establishing an internal forecast that reflects actuals as closely as possible, e.g. promotions planning input, NPD volumes validation.
• To continuously improve forecasting accuracy by analysing the demands vs actual sales & proposing corrective actions for both products forecast and process optimization.
• To organize and lead monthly S&OP / Demand planning meetings with appropriate consensus and sign offs on decisions
• To deliver monthly reports on forecast deviation and proposals on improvements on demand planning parameters to reach ultimately the best practice benchmark.
• To provide analysis of write-off risks and disposal costs for Finished Goods, Components & raw materials (with support from supply planners) to identify slow movers and enable short-term sales and marketing activities to minimize that financial risk
• Joint responsibility with the Supply Planner(s) to ensure that inventory levels are optimized and maintained at the targeted levels.
  
  

What You Will Do

• Educated to a degree level or equivalent professional qualification preferred, but not essential.
• Supply Chain specific subject matter as an advantage
• 2 years’ experience in similar position, within FMCG industry, ideally cosmetics and toiletries.
• SAP experience in working in Demand Planning environment is strong plus
• Proven experience of successful interaction with internal and external customers, and ability to manage own delivery of short- and medium-term objectives.
• Advanced level of Excel strong plus (PowerQuery, PowerPivot, Macros, VBA) a strong plus
• Knowledge of Statistical Forecasts methodologies a strong plus
• Knowledge of Supply Planning a plus
  
  

How we work: Having been selected among the World´s Most Ethical Companies for 16 consecutive years, we are a company with a purpose and strong corporate values. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. At Kao, each employee can actively shape their job and their career. We work collaboratively to achieve our common goals, always aiming to deliver the best for our customers.

What we offer: A friendly and flexible work environment with competitive salaries, benefits package, ongoing development and the opportunity to enhance your skills and deliver tangible results. At Kao your voice will be heard. Your opinion really counts. We believe that change comes from taking opportunities into your own hands, so we value and reward entrepreneurial thinking and innovation.

Hiring Process: Kao embraces the diversity and the individual personalities of its people because we believe it is diversity that makes us strong. This is why we welcome applications from all areas of the global community.

Want to learn more: If you feel you are as unique as our products and want to find out why 33,000 people across the globe opted for a career with us please visit our Americas website (https://www.kao.com/americas/en/) or EMEA website (https://www.kao.com/emea/en/)

https://www.kao.com/emea/en/privacy/

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Personal Care Product Manufacturing

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kao Corporation by 2x

Get notified about new Demand Planner jobs in London, England, United Kingdom.

London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago

London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

South East, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Supply Chain Manager, Amazon Groceries Logistics (AGL)

London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago

Hammersmith, England, United Kingdom 21 hours ago

London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago

Greenford, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Weybridge, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Richmond Upon Thames, England, United Kingdom 4 weeks ago

Supply Chain Manager - UK & North America

London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago

London Area, United Kingdom £35,000.00-£38,000.00 14 hours ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

LOGISTICS SUPPLY CHAIN PROCUREMENT MANAGER

Welwyn Garden City, England, United Kingdom £30,000.00-£35,000.00 17 hours ago

Senior Supply Chain Manager, Amazon Transportation Services

London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago

Greater London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago

Supply Chain Operations Manager - Leading FinTech

Greater London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Greater London, England, United Kingdom 19 hours ago

Dartford, England, United Kingdom 7 months ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.