Forecast & Demand Analyst — Drive Stock & Production

Construction, Property and Engineering; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading horticulture business in Cambridge is seeking a Demand Analyst to manage forecasts and support efficient production planning. The role involves collaborating with Sales and supply teams to ensure effective purchasing decisions and stock management. The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, have strong analytical skills, and experience in demand planning. Competitive salary and excellent career development opportunities are offered, as well as a supportive team environment within the UK’s horticulture industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in forecasting / demand planning, ideally within a seasonal business.
• Excellent Excel skills and commercial awareness.
• Understanding of MRP / ERP systems.
• Expertise in stock management.
• Logical thinker, able to navigate challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own the forecast for a defined division, collaborating with Sales to build a robust demand plan.
• Support the planning of approximately 2,400 finished goods SKUs.
• Provide accurate reporting and insights to inform production and purchasing decisions.
• Assist with stock balancing between warehouses and KPI reporting.
• Support Production Planners and the Inbound Supply Team with PO management.

Skills

Forecasting / demand planning

Excel skills

MRP / ERP systems

Stock management

Job description

A leading horticulture business in Cambridge is seeking a Demand Analyst to manage forecasts and support efficient production planning. The role involves collaborating with Sales and supply teams to ensure effective purchasing decisions and stock management. The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, have strong analytical skills, and experience in demand planning. Competitive salary and excellent career development opportunities are offered, as well as a supportive team environment within the UK’s horticulture industry.