Demand Planner in Southport, Merseyside

Energy Jobline CVL; Sefton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business in Sefton is seeking a Demand Planner to join their team. The successful candidate will drive precision in supply chain operations by crafting master production schedules and influencing high-level strategy. Ideal applicants will have experience in planning within manufacturing and possess strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers a salary of up to £45,000, with attractive benefits including 25 days holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Salary to £45,000

25 days holiday per year

Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme – 3% company contributions

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and supply chain gained within manufacturing.
• Experience in a regulated environment is a plus.
• Strong communicator and influencer across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Craft and execute master production schedules aligned with long-term forecasts.
• Lead cross-functional coordination across departments and geographies.
• Translate commercial forecasts into operational reality.

Skills

Planning experience

Supply chain management

Strong communication

Analytical skills

ERP/MRP expertise

Job description

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At this well established manufacturing business, the site is enjoying continued investment due to new contracts being won. As a direct result, the Operations Manager is looking to attract into his team a Demand Planner to orchestrate the heartbeat of its supply chain.

The successful candidate will be the strategic conductor behind a finely tuned orchestra of purchasing, production, packaging, warehousing, and sales.

This isn't just planning—it's precision. The Demand Planner will be a key voice in the team, influencing decisions. From collaborating with the Managing Director to engaging with key customers, insights will drive performance, compliance, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Craft and execute master production schedules aligned with long‑term forecasts
• Lead cross‑functional coordination across departments and geographies
• Translate commercial forecasts into operational reality
• Balance short‑term responsiveness with long‑term strategic planning
• Champion S&OP meetings and communicate risks, wins, and opportunities

Qualifications

• Have experience in planning and supply chain gained within manufacturing
• Ideally have experience in a regulated environment
• Be a strong communicator and influencer across all levels
• Be analytical, organised, and relentlessly proactive
• Ideally have ERP/MRP expertise and export logistics know‑how
• Influence high‑level strategy and decision‑making
• Thrive in a collaborative, regulated, and fast‑paced environment

On offer

• Salary to £45,000
• Working hours are Monday to Friday 8.00am-4.30pm
• 25 days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays
• Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme – 3% company contributions
• Free car parking

Apply

To apply, please send your CV to Emma Brighouse at Morgan Ryder Associates by following the 'apply now' link.

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