Strategic Customer Demand Planner – FMCG

Yeo Valley Farms (Production) Ltd; Highbridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organic dairy company in the UK is looking for a Customer Demand Planner to join their planning team in Highbridge. This role requires building and maintaining demand forecasts and managing customer relationships effectively. The ideal candidate will have experience in demand planning, strong analytical skills, and be a confident communicator. The company offers a fixed-term contract and a range of benefits including a non-contributory pension scheme and learning opportunities.

Benefits

25 days + bank holidays

non-contributory pension scheme

annual bonus based on company performance

life cover

healthcare cash back plan

cycle to work scheme

subsidised products and services

preferential rates with partners

learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in demand forecasting with financial understanding.
• Experience in chilled food manufacturing or short shelf life products.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain operations and Demand Planning, ideally in FMCG.
• Experience with supply chain and demand planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain effective demand forecasts at customer level.
• Manage customer supply chain relationships and lead reviews.
• Ensure events and promotions are reflected in sales forecasts.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for service and accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Confident communication

Relationship building

Positive attitude

Education

Degree or equivalent professional qualification

Tools

Power BI

Smartsheet

Microsoft Office & Teams

Job description

A leading organic dairy company in the UK is looking for a Customer Demand Planner to join their planning team in Highbridge. This role requires building and maintaining demand forecasts and managing customer relationships effectively. The ideal candidate will have experience in demand planning, strong analytical skills, and be a confident communicator. The company offers a fixed-term contract and a range of benefits including a non-contributory pension scheme and learning opportunities.