Market Forecast Planner

CONFIDENCIAL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global company based in Greater London is seeking a professional for demand planning and forecasting. The role involves developing short-term demand forecasts, enhancing base forecasts using market intelligence, and ensuring robust demand planning. You will collaborate closely with sales, marketing, finance, and supply chain teams to communicate forecast changes effectively. Strong analytical skills and experience in demand management are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain short-term demand forecasts in weekly time buckets.
• Enhance base forecasts using market intelligence and sales input.
• Analyze total market demand to ensure a robust demand plan.
• Review and challenge forecasts based on trends and performance.
• Track forecast accuracy KPIs and lead improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, finance, supply chain, and production teams.

Job description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Develop and maintain short-term demand forecasts (0–4 months) in weekly time buckets.
• Enhance base forecasts using market intelligence, sales input, marketing plans, and financial insights.
• Analyze total market demand, including non-focus customers and channels, to ensure a robust and realistic demand plan.
• Review and challenge forecasts based on data trends, historical performance, and market developments.
• Track forecast accuracy KPIs and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support portfolio changes and product lifecycle management through demand insights.
• Ensure high-quality historical data to improve forecast reliability and analytics outputs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as the primary point of contact for demand-related topics within the business unit.
• Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, finance, supply chain, and production teams.
• Lead demand reviews as part of the S&OP process and support supply chain alignment and sign-off.
• Communicate forecast changes, risks, and opportunities clearly and in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with regional planning teams on exceptions and significant volume impacts.

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