Demand Planner

Michael Page; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international manufacturer in the United Kingdom seeks a Demand Planner to manage product forecasts and optimise inventory across multiple warehouses. In this hands-on role, you'll focus on accuracy, communication, and problem-solving to maintain excellent service levels. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience in supply and demand planning and strong analytical skills. Excellent salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Pension

Profit share

Health care

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in supply & demand planning or inventory management.
• Strong MRP knowledge.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively across functions.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage weekly MRP runs and supplier orders.
• Maintain high-quality data to ensure stock accuracy.
• Monitor and adjust plans for target stock levels.

Skills

Supply & demand planning

Inventory management

Advanced Excel skills

Communication

Analytical mindset

Education

Supply Chain qualification

Tools

SAP Business One

Job description

Overview

As Demand Planner, you\'ll manage product forecasts and optimise inventory across multiple warehouses. This is a hands-on planning role focused on accuracy, communication, and proactive problem solving to maintain excellent service levels.

Client Details

Our client is a leading international manufacturer and distributor, known for its commitment to quality, customer service, and continuous improvement. With operations spanning multiple countries, they\'re investing in strengthening their supply chain capability to support continued global growth.

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Create and manage weekly MRP runs and supplier orders.
• Maintain high-quality data, ensuring stock and system parameters are accurate.
• Monitor and adjust plans to achieve target stock levels and customer delivery performance.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and logistics teams to track shipments and prevent stock outs.
• Produce and share weekly stock and demand reports with key stakeholders.
• Support monthly demand reviews and contribute to inventory optimisation initiatives.
• Partner with commercial and technical teams on forecast updates, new products, and change control.

Profile

Ideal Candidate

• 3+ year\'s experience in supply & demand planning or inventory management.
• Strong MRP knowledge and advanced Excel skills (SAP Business One experience desirable).
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and accountability.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively across functions.
• Supply Chain qualification and/or Mandarin language skills would be an advantage.

Job Offer

Excellent salary, pension, profit share, health care.