Demand Planner - Rail & Logistics, SAP & Inventory Expert

CIPS; Stockport; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme (up to 10%)

Health care cash plan

Bike2Work scheme

Job summary

CAF is seeking a Demand Planning Specialist to lead material and services demand across UK projects and Overhaul Facilities. You will drive inventory parameters, reorder strategies, and data governance during the SAP S/4HANA rollout in the UK, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability and standardised processes.

The role requires strong ERP experience, advanced Excel skills, and familiarity with rail/engineering environments.

Qualifications

• English language and Maths standard grade 3 or above (or equivalent).
• CIPS qualified or working towards is desirable
• Proven relevant experience in demand planning and supply chain activities.
• Experience using an ERP System and computer skills.
• Advanced Excel (Macros, Pivot Tables, Formulas) required.

Responsibilities

• Manage demand planning, inventory parameters, and reorder proposals across all UK projects, depots, and Overhaul Facilities.
• Monitor material consumption for Corrective spares and define reorder levels.
• Produce and manage the weekly reorder list for Central Stores and ensure timely orders.
• Prepare and submit a monthly material reorder proposal for all stores based on data.
• Act as SAP Key User for Demand Planning and support SAP UK migration.
• Carry out periodic stocktakes and assist cross-functional teams to align with standards.

Skills

Demand planning

Supply chain activities

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Education

CIPS qualification

English language and Maths standard grade 3 or above

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

CAF is seeking a Demand Planning Specialist to lead material and services demand across UK projects and Overhaul Facilities. You will drive inventory parameters, reorder strategies, and data governance during the SAP S/4HANA rollout in the UK, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability and standardised processes.

The role requires strong ERP experience, advanced Excel skills, and familiarity with rail/engineering environments.