Demand Planner

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Demand Planner to enhance supply chain processes and drive collaborative forecasting. In this pivotal role, you will serve as the key link between the Customer Supply Chain and the business, ensuring seamless communication and optimizing service levels. Your expertise in forecasting and supply chain management will be vital in predicting customer demand and improving replenishment performance. Join a forward-thinking team that values sustainability and the wellbeing of communities, and make a significant impact by refining forecasting systems and building strong relationships across departments. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supply chain excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in forecasting and supply chain management is essential.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain customer collaborative demand forecasts.
• Strengthen internal relationships and drive consensus for optimal forecasting.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Abilities

Forecasting

Supply Chain Management

Ability to Balance Competing Priorities

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP APO

MS Office

Excel

Job description

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We are PZ Cussons. Our purpose is For everyone, for life, for good.

Sustainability and the wellbeing of people, families and communities everywhere are at the heart of everything that we do.

Since our founding in 1884, we have been creating products to delight, care for and nourish consumers. Across our core categories of Hygiene, Baby and Beauty, our trusted and well-loved brands include Carex, Cussons Baby, Sanctuary Spa and St. Tropez.

As a Demand Planner, your primary role is to serve as the vital interface between the Customer Supply Chain and our business. You will facilitate seamless communication, enhance forecasting accuracy, and optimize supply chain processes. Your role is critical in driving successful outcomes, fostering collaborative relationships, and ensuring optimal service levels.

Key responsibilities include:

Collaborative Demand Forecasting:

1. Develop and maintain a customer collaborative demand forecast that integrates real-time market insights.
2. Use accurate data to predict customer demand, enabling our supply chain to respond promptly.
3. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including planners, sales, marketing, and finance.

Internal Relationship Building:

1. Strengthen relationships within the organization by actively sharing knowledge.
2. Work closely with planners, sales representatives, marketing teams, and finance professionals.
3. Facilitate consensus-building to guide the company toward optimal forecasting decisions.
4. Innovate and refine forecasting systems and methods to better anticipate customer needs.
5. Drive processes and behaviours that enhance forecast accuracy at the customer level.
6. Identify opportunities and risks related to customer replenishment performance metrics.

Supply Chain Expertise:

1. Execute with excellence in customer replenishment activities.
2. Provide timely feedback to the Supply Chain group regarding replenishment performance.
3. Become the go-to Supply Chain Expert for assigned customers, actively contributing to service level improvements and collaborative relationships.

Integrated Business Planning (IBP):

1. Participate in the Integrated Business Planning model.
2. Collaborate with stakeholders to align supply chain strategies with business goals.
3. Influence ways of working to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Knowledge/Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. (Desirable)
2. Proven experience in forecasting, supply chain management, or related roles. (Essential)
3. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. (Essential)
4. Excellent communication and leadership abilities. (Essential)
5. Ability to balance competing priorities over extended periods. (Essential)

Technical/Professional Experience:

1. Minimum 2 years commercial planning within FMCG/Beauty industry.
2. SAP APO (Advanced Planner and Optimizer) experience essential.
3. IT literate with experience of MS office applications.
4. Intermediate or advanced Excel skills essential.