Site Demand Manager

Randstad Engineering; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Cambridge seeks a Site Demand Manager to oversee forecasting and team development within the supply chain. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in supply chain processes and be skilled in managing teams and improving forecasting accuracy. Offering a competitive salary and a supportive environment, this role presents the opportunity to significantly impact a market-leading business in the UK horticulture sector. If you're ready to lead, apply today!

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Solid supply chain experience in forecasting, production planning, buying, or inbound supply.
• Experienced people manager.
• Excellent Excel skills and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Demand team for high performance.
• Take ownership of National Account forecasting.
• Analyse forecast accuracy and implement improvement plans.

Skills

Team Leadership

Forecasting

Process Improvement

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Tools

MRP/ERP systems (D365)

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Site Demand Manager: Lead Supply Chain Excellence in Cambridge!

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, you will be responsible for administering and analysing forecasts for our UK divisions while managing and developing a small team.

• Team Leadership: Lead and develop the Demand team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture. You must be an experienced people manager capable of developing a small team and influencing across divisions.
• Forecasting Ownership: Take ownership of National Account forecasting while coordinating Key Accounts and Independent customer demand areas.
• Process Improvement: Analyse forecast accuracy by customer, product category, and sub-category, implementing improvement plans where needed. Develop tools and processes to enhance forecasting, including EPOS insights and improved reporting to the sales team.
• Project Leadership: Lead projects linked to forecasting and stock management, such as warehouse changes, excess stock management, and automation of forecasting processes.
• Collaboration: Work closely with sales, supply chain colleagues, and distribution sites to manage the flow of forecast and stock information.

Experience & Qualities

We are looking for a leader with strong influence across departments who is comfortable in fast-paced environments with changing priorities.

Required Experience & Knowledge

• Solid supply chain experience in forecasting, production planning, buying, or inbound supply.
• Experienced people manager.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems (D365 preferred) and Power BI.
• Excellent Excel skills and commercial awareness.

Key Candidate Qualities

• Positive, "can-do" attitude with adaptability and logical problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative, approachable, and team-oriented with the ability to get the best out of people.
• Strong influence across departments, with excellent communication and leadership skills.

What We Offer

• Join a leading name in the UK horticulture sector known for innovation, quality, and sustainability.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on a market-leading business.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Career development and progression within a growing business.

Ready to lead our Demand team and drive supply chain efficiency? Apply today!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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