Demand Planner / Supply Chain Analyst (Forecasting & S&OP)

Frank Wills Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business in Cheshire is seeking a highly analytical Demand Planner / Supply Chain Analyst. This role focuses on accurate forecasting and ensures effective collaboration across commercial, operations, and supply functions, with opportunities for career progression and a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Career progression

Competitive salary & benefits

International exposure

Qualifications

• Experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain planning within manufacturing.
• Ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Minimum proficiency with reporting tools in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts across multiple product categories.
• Support the monthly S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process.
• Analyze historical data, market trends, and customer insights.

Skills

Demand planning experience

Strong analytical skills

Proficient with Excel

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

ERP / SAP IBP

Job description

Overview

Demand Planner / Supply Chain Analyst (Forecasting & S&OP) – Location: Cheshire | Industry: Manufacturing

We are seeking a highly analytical Demand Planner / Supply Chain Analyst to join a leading manufacturing business. This role is central to driving accurate forecasting, supply chain efficiency, and ensuring strong collaboration across commercial, operations, and supply functions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts across multiple product categories.
• Support the monthly S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process, providing insights and recommendations.
• Analyse historical data, market trends, and customer insights to improve forecast accuracy.
• Work closely with commercial, operations, and supply chain teams to align on demand requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and highlight risks to supply or excess stock.
• Prepare and present regular reports and analysis to senior stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects within planning and forecasting.

Experience / Skills

• Experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain planning within manufacturing.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Proficient with Excel (pivot tables, lookups, reporting tools); experience with ERP / SAP IBP or similar tools is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with stakeholders across different business functions.
• A proactive problem-solver with excellent attention to detail.

What’s on Offer

• The opportunity to play a key role in shaping forecasting and planning processes.
• Exposure to an international manufacturing environment.
• Career progression within a growing global business.
• Competitive salary & benefits package