Demand Planning Manager (12 month fixed term contract)

TN United Kingdom; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading sports brand in Stockport as a Demand Planner, managing key accounts for ASOS and Footlocker. You will oversee demand planning processes, collaborate with various teams, and contribute to inventory management and financial forecasting. Enjoy a flexible hybrid work model and a range of employee benefits, including health insurance and a performance-related bonus.

Benefits

Leading pension scheme

Performance-related bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Bupa health insurance

Employee discounts

On-site gym facilities

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and numerical skills required.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP (SCM & AFS) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage demand planning processes for ASOS & Footlocker.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Numerical Skills

SAP Knowledge

MS Office

Job description

Join adidas Europe and shape the future of the sporting goods industry!

About adidas

For over 75 years, our European heritage has been a fusion of culture and innovation, driving global sports trends. Our offices, from Herzogenaurach to London, Berlin, Amsterdam, Warsaw, Athens, Milan, Manchester, and Paris, are centres of creativity and collaboration. We aim to be Europe's best sports brand, seeking pioneers and visionaries to join our bold journey.

At adidas, you're not just getting a job; you're invited to make a global impact, joining a team that values creativity, courage, and innovation.

Location

Manchester: You’ll be joining our Stockport Head Office, home to 18 showrooms, our Conference Centre, staff Wellness Hub, a state-of-the-art gym with Peloton bikes, an indoor astroturf pitch, chat boxes, and creative spaces. Our Stockport team consists of over 350 adidas employees across various departments.

Role Overview

This role is responsible for managing the AKA Demand Planning process for ASOS & Footlocker. You will create the Key Account Demand Plan and Integrated Business Plan (IBP) for these accounts, which are crucial for purchasing decisions, inventory management, and financial forecasting.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage demand planning processes for ASOS & Footlocker, including creating demand forecasts and IBP.
2. Collaborate with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams.
3. Manage risks and opportunities within forecasts.
4. Support sales with orderbook intake to ensure product availability.

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Advanced SAP knowledge (SCM & AFS).
• Proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Word).

Work Arrangements

We operate a flexible hybrid model with 3 fixed days in the office and 2 days flexible for remote work. We accommodate various flexible working policies to support employees' personal commitments.

Additional Benefits

Leading pension scheme, performance-related bonus, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Bupa health insurance, Westfield cash plan, employee discounts, and on-site gym facilities including Padel, football, yoga, spin, and strength training.