Demand Planner

ZipRecruiter; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Demand Planner to forecast for 700 products across multiple sales channels. Responsibilities include working closely with sales and marketing to enhance sales predictability and optimize inventory. This permanent role requires strong analytical skills and supply chain experience. Competitive salary and company performance bonuses are included.

Benefits

Company performance bonus

Access to industry-leading learning and development, including Mars University

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of supply chain experience (demand or supply planning).
• Experience with planning systems such as FuturMaster and SAP.
• Excellent analytical skills and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate demand plans for segments and customers.
• Facilitate demand review meetings with account managers.
• Track forecast accuracy and identify root causes of deviations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Continuous improvement mindset

Proficiency with data systems

Education

2 years of supply chain experience

Tools

FuturMaster

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Job Description

Demand Planner

• Location: Castle Cary
• Salary: £31,900 - £35,900 dependent on experience
• Company performance bonus
• Hours: Mon-Fri
• Type: Permanent

Job Purpose

Working with the senior demand planner to deliver an accurate forecast for 700 products across 14 sales channels and 2 territories in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and other stakeholders. The role aims to improve sales volume predictability, positively impact customer service levels, and support inventory optimization.

What are we looking for?

• At least 2 years of supply chain experience (demand or supply planning)
• Experience with planning systems such as FuturMaster, SAP
• Excellent analytical skills with a continuous improvement mindset
• Stakeholder management skills and the ability to build cross-department relationships
• Proficiency with data systems and analytics tools like Power BI

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate to create accurate demand plans for segments and customers, covering short, medium, and long-term horizons
• Facilitate demand review meetings with account managers to ensure forecast alignment
• Maintain data quality in planning systems, managing product launches, delists, and market changes
• Track forecast accuracy, identify root causes of deviations, and implement corrective actions
• Identify improvements and automate manual processes to reduce cycle time

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse associates guided by The Five Principles
• Join a purpose-driven company building a better tomorrow
• Access to industry-leading learning and development, including Mars University
• Competitive salary and benefits, including bonuses

About Mars

Mars, a family-owned business with over $35 billion in global sales, produces beloved brands like M&M's, SNICKERS, TWIX, and many more. We also care for half of the world's pets through our nutrition and health businesses. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in over 80 countries, guided by The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to various protected characteristics. Assistance and accommodations are available during the application process upon request.