Demand Planner

Osborne Appointments; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Demand Planner in Welwyn Garden City. This analytical role involves managing forecasts, monitoring stock levels, and producing reports for key business decisions. The position offers hybrid working, opportunities to develop skills, and a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years' experience in demand planning and strong Excel skills.

Benefits

26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years' experience in demand planning, stock planning, or forecasting.
• Strong Excel skills (XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Charts).
• Experience with SAP or similar systems desirable.
• Analytical, proactive, and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Effective use of planning, analytical, or conceptual techniques.
• Ability to apply technical data to support management decisions.
• Awareness of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Innovative, flexible, and motivated to learn and take ownership.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly planning process, working closely with multiple teams to gather and analyse forecasts, inventory, and sales data.
• Monitor stock levels across warehouses, ensuring timely replenishment and identifying any issues.
• Analyse sales trends by product, channel, and region to produce actionable insights.
• Prepare KPI and management reports to support decision-making.
• Identify and report on slow-moving or excess stock, helping optimise inventory.
• Manage Salesforce administration and support SAP process improvements.
• Contribute to projects and process improvements within the planning function.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve processes, share knowledge, and ensure accuracy across all planning activities.

Job description

Overview

Demand Planner • Location: Welwyn Garden City • Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 + discretionary bonus • Job Type: Permanent

This is a hands-on, analytical role for a proactive individual who enjoys working with numbers and data. You'll be managing forecasts, monitoring stock, and producing reports that drive key business decisions. The role offers hybrid working, opportunities to develop your skills, and a supportive team environment.

Working hours & benefits

• 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday
• Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)
• 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Discretionary bonus

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly planning process, working closely with multiple teams to gather and analyse forecasts, inventory, and sales data
• Monitor stock levels across warehouses, ensuring timely replenishment and identifying any issues
• Analyse sales trends by product, channel, and region to produce actionable insights
• Prepare KPI and management reports to support decision-making
• Identify and report on slow-moving or excess stock, helping optimise inventory
• Manage Salesforce administration and support SAP process improvements
• Contribute to projects and process improvements within the planning function
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve processes, share knowledge, and ensure accuracy across all planning activities

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience
• 2-3 years' experience in demand planning, stock planning, or forecasting
• Strong Excel skills (XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Charts)
• Experience with SAP or similar systems desirable
• Analytical, proactive, and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
• Effective use of planning, analytical, or conceptual techniques
• Ability to apply technical data to support management decisions
• Awareness of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
• Innovative, flexible, and motivated to learn and take ownership

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