Senior Demand Planner

Reed; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Demand Planner to manage the demand forecasting and supply planning processes. The candidate should have at least 5 years of experience and a degree or equivalent knowledge in supply chain. The role involves developing monthly forecasts, leading S&OP processes, and ensuring optimal inventory levels. Ideal candidates will possess strong data analysis skills, excellent communication abilities, and a flexible approach to problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and Forecasting.
• Proven ability to lead projects and initiatives in commercial and supply chain environments.
• Ability to work independently and meet performance targets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee monthly demand forecasts.
• Review planning horizons to balance inventory with demand.
• Drive monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
• Identify supply constraints and develop mitigation options.
• Select transportation routes for cost efficiency.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Education

Degree level education or equivalent experience in supply chain

Tools

Excel

Job description

Senior Demand Planner

£50,000 basic plus 5% Bonus.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Develop and oversee the execution of monthly demand forecasts, ensuring alignment with overall business strategy.
• Review planning 0-12 months horizon to ensure optimal product supply for portfolios, balancing inventory levels with customer demand.
• Prepare and drive the monthly Sales and Operations Planning process (S&OP), ensuring cross-functional alignment and effective decision-making at all levels of the organization.
• Proactively identify future supply constraints and develop options to mitigate
• Select transportation routes to maximise economy by combining shipments
• Monitor supplier performance to assess ability to meet quality and delivery requirements
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to support an efficient supply chain and demand process
• Actively manage together with other involved functions phase-in and phase-out of products
• Lead and execute projects successfully

Competencies:

• Highly system literate, with the ability to interrogate large volumes of data from a variety of sources
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to present information clearly and concisely
• Excellent communication skills, ability to adapt approach to different situations and ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Must demonstrate high level of flexibility and ability to work on own initiative
• Able to work to performance targets
• Strong problems solving skills with logical approach
• Understanding of standard Operating Procedures and Quality Management Systems
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Flexible ‘can-do’ attitude needed to thrive in a rapidly growing and changing company

Essential

• Previous experience (minimum 5years) in Demand Planning, Supply Planning andForecasting
• Educated to degree level (or have equivalent experience in supply chain)
• Successfully led projects and initiatives working within both commercial and supply chain
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills