Demand Planner

TT Electronics; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Demand Planner, where you'll play a crucial role in developing accurate demand forecasts and collaborating across departments. This position requires a blend of analytical expertise and business acumen to ensure production capabilities align with demand. You'll manage complexities in a fast-paced environment, utilizing advanced scheduling tools and methodologies to enhance operational efficiency. Be part of a team dedicated to innovation and excellence, contributing to a culture that values safety, collaboration, and positive relationships. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in scheduling or planning is essential.
• Proficiency in scheduling software and strong analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain schedules to meet operational demands.
• Analyze scheduling data to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

ERP Software

Microsoft Office

FileMaker

Job description

Company Overview

COME JOIN OUR JOURNEY!

When you join TT, you join our global community of visionaries, creators, and achievers dedicated to engineering and manufacturing electronic solutions enabling a safer, healthier and more sustainable world. Simply put, we are a global manufacturer with a passion for engineering advanced electronics that benefit our planet and people for future generations. We are committed to having a positive impact on the world through a culture built around safety, transparency, collaboration, and positive relationships. Our teams are fueled by performance and expertise, leading the charge in innovation, efficiency and delivering world-class customer service. Be part of the journey.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

Introduction

The Demand Planner will be responsible for developing accurate demand forecasts and collaborating with multiple departments, including Commercial and Operations, to align business processes and strategies. The Demand Planner must be adept at managing complexities in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating problem-solving skills and adaptability. This role requires a blend of analytical expertise and business acumen to ensure that production capabilities meet or exceed demand forecasts.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed schedules to meet operational demands by planning material and forecasted demand to meet budget.
• Raise sales orders and upload into MRP after contract review.
• Raise and issue works orders as required by the delivery schedule.
• Expedite or defer orders as required in line with schedule/inventory changes.
• Facilitate problem resolutions with stakeholders to include Booking in/BOM/Demand/Invoice queries/MRB/NCRI.
• Collaborate with department heads and team members to gather scheduling needs and prioritize tasks, performing scenario planning when required.
• Monitor and adjust schedules as necessary to accommodate changes in priorities, employee availability, and unforeseen circumstances.
• Analyze scheduling data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement. Identify supply chain constraints and discrepancies between supply and demand.
• Prepare and present forecast and inventory metrics to the Operations team.
• Utilize scheduling software and tools to streamline the scheduling process and enhance communication.
• Provide timely updates and reports on scheduling status to management and relevant stakeholders.
• Assist in training new team members on scheduling processes and tools.
• Serve as the point of contact for scheduling-related inquiries and resolve any scheduling conflicts that may arise.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the scheduling process by regularly reviewing and improving forecasting techniques, methods, and approaches.
• Monitor and measure planning performance through the creation of process KPIs.

Qualifications, Skills and Attributes

Core Requirements

• Relevant experience in scheduling, planning, or a related role.
• Proficiency in scheduling software and tools (ERP, Microsoft Office, FileMaker, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.