Demand Planner & Buyer

Employment Solutions Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain company in the UK seeks a Demand Planning professional to enhance product availability through effective analysis and forecasting. This role requires strong collaboration across operations and supplier management. Ideal candidates have proven experience in demand and inventory planning, and a degree or equivalent. Benefits include a matched pension, life assurance, gym membership, and modern work facilities with free parking.

Benefits

Contribution based Pension (5% matched)

Life Assurance x 4

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Loan Scheme

EAP scheme

Gym Membership

Modern purpose-built manufacturing and office facility

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in demand planning and inventory management.
• Experience in purchasing and supplier management.
• Strong analytical capabilities to forecast and manage inventory.

Responsibilities

• Lead demand planning and forecasting for finished goods.
• Manage inventory levels and stock policies.
• Act as a key link between Sales, Operations and Supply Chain.
• Manage supplier performance and cost reduction initiatives.
• Support S&OP processes through analysis and reporting.

Skills

Demand planning

Inventory planning

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Collaboration

Education

Degree qualified or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Overview

This role sits within a Supply Chain environment supporting safety-critical products used across global infrastructure markets. The position focuses on demand planning, forecasting and supplier management, ensuring product availability through accurate analysis, robust inventory control and strong collaboration between sales, operations and suppliers across international supply chains.

Who this role would suit

This role would suit a commercially minded supply chain / planning professional who enjoys working with data, forecasting demand and influencing stakeholders. It is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, international environment and is confident managing suppliers, improving performance and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead demand planning and forecasting for finished goods using historical data and forecasting tools
• Manage inventory levels, stock policies and replenishment strategies to balance availability and efficiency
• Act as a key link between Sales, Operations and Supply Chain to align forecasts and supply plans
• Manage supplier performance, OTIF metrics, NCRs and cost reduction initiatives
• Support S&OP processes through analysis, reporting and presentations

Requirements

• Proven experience in demand planning / inventory planning
• Purchasing experience
• Degree qualified or equivalent
• Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems

Location: Rossendale
Salary: £35k (dependent on experience)

Permanent - Full time - Mon-Fri

Benefits

• Contribution based Pension (5% matched)
• Life Assurance x 4
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Loan Scheme
• EAP scheme
• Gym Membership
• Modern purpose-built manufacturing and office facility
• Free car parking

Contact Details:
For inquiries or to apply, please contact Jacob on (url removed) or (phone number removed)