Regional Demand Manager Job Details | Sulzer

Sulzer; Leeds; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering leader is seeking a Regional Demand Manager in Leeds, UK. You will shape demand planning and collaborate across departments to drive improvements. Ideal candidates have a degree in Business or Supply Chain, solid analytical skills, and experience in a complex engineering environment. This remote role offers competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Annual personal bonus scheme

Private Medical Insurance

33 days annual leave

Defined pension contributions

Access to Medicash

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on shopping and entertainment

Discounted personal car leasing

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in demand planning or forecasting within a complex engineering environment.
• Familiarity with analytical tools and a curious mindset.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage demand forecasts across Europe and Africa.
• Lead the demand review process and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with teams to align demand with strategy.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Business acumen

Excellent communication

Data continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

Salesforce

SAP

QlikSense

Tagetik

MS Visio

Job description

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Regional Demand Manager-Full Time-Leeds,United Kingdom

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

Sulzer’s Pumps, Parts and Retrofit (PPR) Division is expanding and we’re looking for a strategic, data-driven leader to join us in a newly created role that will directly influence how we plan, forecast, and deliver across global markets. Sulzer’s PPR Division is at the heart of our aftermarket business, providing high-performance pump systems, critical spare parts, and custom retrofit solutions to industries ranging from energy and water to chemicals and manufacturing. We help customers extend the life of their equipment, improve efficiency, and reduce downtime, making sustainability and reliability a reality.

About the Role

As Regional Demand Manager, you’ll be the architect of our demand planning strategy within SiOP umbrella. Reporting to the Head of Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SiOP), you’ll lead the development of accurate, data-driven forecasts that align with both tactical and long-term business goals. You’ll collaborate across Sales, Operations, Finance, and Engineering to ensure our plans are not only robust but also agile enough to respond to market shifts. This is a high-impact role with visibility across the business and a chance to shape how we operate regionally and globally.

Your Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Own and manage demand forecasts across third-party within Europe and Africa region and inter-company channels across the globe.
• Translate sales and market insights into actionable plans (short-term and strategic).
• Lead the SiOP demand review process and drive continuous improvement.
• Enhance forecasting systems and ensure governance and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align demand with business strategy.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field is preferred, but relevant experience is what really counts.
• Proven experience in demand planning or forecasting within a complex engineering or industrial environment.
• Strong analytical thinking and solid business acumen to interpret data and drive decisions.
• Familiarity with tools such as Salesforce, SAP, QlikSense, Tagetik, and MS Visio.
• A curious mindset, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for data continuous improvement.
• A valid passport and driver’s licence, with the flexibility for occasional travel across regions.

What We Offer You

• A fully remote, home based role with occasional travel across regions.
• A competitive basic salary
• Annual personal bonus scheme based on company and personal performance
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days annual leave.
• Defined pension contributions.
• Access to Medicash, helping you cover everyday health costs like dental, optical, and physiotherapy, plus a range of wellbeing perks.
• Confidential support via Employee Assistance Programmes.
• Access to discounts on shopping, entertainment, lifestyle, plus opportunity to apply for Costco membership.
• Discounted personal car leasing for you, your family, and friends.
• Long Service Awards celebrating your commitment.
• Continuous learning opportunities through Sulzer Learning Pathways.
• We’re proud to support those who’ve served. Sulzer is a Bronze Award holder under the MoD’s Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, meaning we actively welcome and support ex-military personnel and reservists in building successful careers with us.

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Do you have a question about the role?

Reach out to Daniel Faulkner at [e-mail] . Our team is looking forward hearing from you!

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

Sulzer has been recognised as a 2025 Top Employer in 9 countries - Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK, and the USA. Having 5 certified countries in Europe also means we’ve earned the title of European Top Employer. This achievement truly reflects the incredible culture and commitment of our teams around the world.