FMCG Demand Planner & Analyst — Forecasting & Suppliers

AF Blakemore - Logistics; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early access to pay through EarlyPay

Staff discount 10% in SPAR stores

Company pension scheme

Life Insurance

Cycle to work

Job summary

AF Blakemore - Logistics is looking for a Demand Planner with an analytical mindset to join our team. You will maximise availability while minimising wastage and forecast customer demand for FMCG products across multi-temperature categories.

The role involves building data-driven reports, working with Power BI data sources, and collaborating with suppliers to provide forecasts for stock requirements and promotions. Experience with forecasting tools and a data-led approach is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience forecasting for FMCG or similar industries.
• Strong analytical mindset with data-driven decision-making.
• Experience using BI tools for reporting and insights.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Maximise product availability and minimise wastage through accurate demand planning.
• Forecast customer demand for multi-temperature FMCG products.
• Build and maintain data-based reports and KPIs.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure stock targets are met.

Skills

Forecasting

Demand planning

Analytical mindset

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Power BI

Job description

AF Blakemore - Logistics is looking for a Demand Planner with an analytical mindset to join our team. You will maximise availability while minimising wastage and forecast customer demand for FMCG products across multi-temperature categories.

The role involves building data-driven reports, working with Power BI data sources, and collaborating with suppliers to provide forecasts for stock requirements and promotions. Experience with forecasting tools and a data-led approach is advantageous.