Demand Planner (Fixed Term)

PUMA Gruppe; Castleford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports brand in the UK is looking for a Demand Planner to enhance supply chain efficiency through accurate forecasts. The role involves creating demand plans, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and using analytical skills to drive performance. Candidates should have strong Excel skills and previous experience in demand planning. Join a vibrant team focused on innovation in the sporting world.

Qualifications

• Interaction with others in a lively and demanding environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in a Demand planning environment or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Creation & Maintenance of Demand planning seasonal working files.
• Generate and issue Demand plans to Supply planners.
• Prepare and deliver reports pertaining to the Demand Planning process.

Skills

Fluent English

Team player

Strong analytical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Commercial awareness

Tools

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Provide reliable and accurate demand forecasts that support the business needs, customer demand and optimise supply chain efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Creation & Maintenance of Demand planning seasonal working files.
• Generate and issue Demand plans to Supply planners for purchase placement.
• Generate the Biannual (Seasonal) Supply Plan. Data collation, processing and preparation. Cross-functional communication with Sales, Merchandising and Business Operations.
• Assist in completion of the Mid-season Forecast update, cross-functionally with Business Operations and Global Go to Market team.
• Regular communication with Global Sourcing teams, Buy rate, capacity, and Demand anomalies.
• Request and collate risk specific Sales feedback pertaining to the demand planning process including digital files and monthly update calls.
• Align global order windows to Demand files & Sales documentation.
• Track & analyze risk performance and proactively communicate cross-functionally.
• Identify fulfilment opportunities from internal Free stock pools.
• Continuous review of Seasonal Purchase rates vs Sales Forecast and Risk exposure. Reporting to Management as required.
• Preparation and delivery of relevant reports pertaining to the Demand Planning process.
• Review Order window accuracy collaborating with Supply Planning.
• Establish a seasonal calendar for all Demand task deadlines.
• Ensure requested risk is authorized within procedural limits.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Demand Planning Operations by offering solutions in streamlining processes and reporting infrastructure.
• Key Project Support.

Qualifications

• English fluent (written and oral). Able to interact with others in a lively and demanding environment.
• Team player with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills, proficiency in statistics, demand forecasting/forecasting methods and financial understanding.
• Previous relevant experience in a Demand planning environment or similar role. An understanding of supply chain operations is preferred.
• Knowledge and confidence of Microsoft Office 365 and MS Teams, Advanced Excel – VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables & Power-Bi is preferred.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Self-motivating with an ability to work on own initiative and autonomy.
• Commercially aware with an active interest in Sports and Fashion.

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