Lead Demand Planning Manager

Portfolio Procurement; Colne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Demand Planning Manager in Colne, UK. The ideal candidate will lead the Demand team and work closely with various departments to manage forecasting and stock information. Responsibilities include analyzing forecast accuracy, developing forecasting tools, and leading related projects. Candidates should have significant supply chain experience, proficiency in MRP/ERP systems, and excellent Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Solid supply chain experience in forecasting, production planning, or buying.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems.
• Excellent Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Demand team.
• Work closely with sales and supply chain colleagues.
• Analyse forecast accuracy and implement improvement plans.
• Develop tools to enhance forecasting.
• Lead projects linked to forecasting and stock management.

Skills

Supply chain experience in forecasting

Experience with MRP/ERP systems

Excellent Excel skills

People management

Commercial awareness

Ability to adapt in fast-paced environments

Tools

Power BI

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a Demand Planning Manager in Colne, UK. The ideal candidate will lead the Demand team and work closely with various departments to manage forecasting and stock information. Responsibilities include analyzing forecast accuracy, developing forecasting tools, and leading related projects. Candidates should have significant supply chain experience, proficiency in MRP/ERP systems, and excellent Excel skills.