Demand Planner

ZipRecruiter; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment platform is seeking a Demand Planner to join the Supply Chain team in West Lothian, Scotland. This vital role involves developing forecasts, leading reviews, and optimizing inventory. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Supply Chain or a related field and possess 3-5 years of experience in demand planning or supply chain analytics. The role promises dynamic challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Cross-functional team exposure

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in demand planning or supply chain analytics.
• Strong background in FMCG, retail, or manufacturing.
• Experience supporting the S&OP process.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain forecasts across UK & International Markets.
• Lead monthly demand review meetings.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and identify risks/opportunities.

Skills

Data analysis

Forecasting

Collaboration

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Forecasting systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

Job Description

Demand Planner

Location: Bathgate

Department: Supply Chain

Are you passionate about data-driven decision-making and turning insights into action? We’re looking for a Demand Planner to join our client's Supply Chain team in West Lothian. This is a key role where you’ll be responsible for ensuring accurate forecasting of customer demand, aligning supply with business growth, and supporting customer satisfaction.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop and maintain a rolling forecast across UK & International Markets
• Analyse historical sales, market trends, promotional activity, and new product introductions.
• Lead monthly demand review meetings as part of the S&OP process.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, identify risks/opportunities, and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Production Planning, Procurement, Finance, and NPI teams.
• Support inventory optimisation by aligning supply with forecasted demand.
• Maintain and improve forecasting models, processes, and tools.
• Provide insights to support strategic decision-making across the business

What we’re looking for:

• Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business Administration, or similar.
• 3–5 years’ experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics.
• Strong background in FMCG, retail, spirits, or manufacturing ().
• Experience using forecasting systems and supporting the S&OP process.
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence with large datasets.
• Analytical, detail-focused, and commercially aware with excellent communication skills.

Why join us?

• A chance to play a pivotal role in shaping demand planning for a well-established business.
• Exposure to cross-functional teams and international markets.
• Work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your ideas and improvements are welcomed.

If you’re ready to take ownership of the demand planning process and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch to find out more.