Forecasting & Demand Planner - Data-Driven FMCG Growth

Advocate Group

Oxford

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 42,000

Full time

15 hours ago

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Job summary

The Advocate Group is partnering with a well-established international drinks business in Oxford, United Kingdom, to hire a Demand Planner for the Planning team. This role suits someone keen to develop forecasting and demand planning in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

You will analyse sales and historical data, build forecasts and work with Sales, Marketing and Supply Planning to support stock availability. Proficiency in Excel and a strong analytical mindset are essential.

Qualifications

18+ months in supply chain, planning or data-focused roles.
Strong Excel skills and comfort with numbers.
Analytical mindset able to spot trends and draw conclusions.
Excellent attention to detail and prioritisation skills.
Good communication across teams.

Responsibilities

Analyse sales, customer and historical data to build and maintain forecasts.
Use Excel to interpret data and identify trends.
Collaborate with Sales and Account Management on demand changes and promotions.
Support monthly planning and forecast reviews.
Coordinate forecasts with production and logistics to ensure stock availability.
Monitor promotions, forecast accuracy and performance post-promo.
Produce reports and management information for decision making.
Build strong relationships with internal teams and customers.