Strategic Demand Planner - Forecasting & Supply Chain

International Automotive Components; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive components company in Birmingham is seeking a Demand Planner to manage short, mid, and long-term forecasting for key customers. You will act as a liaison for supply chain data and ensure accurate processing of customer orders. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in supply chain planning, a relevant qualification, and advanced Excel skills. This role offers opportunities for professional development, including benefits such as gym schemes and length of service awards.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Gym scheme

Length of service awards

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in supply chain planning and demand management.
• High numerical proficiency with advanced Excel skills.
• Understanding of quality systems and OEM standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage short, mid and long-term forecasting for key customers.
• Act as primary liaison for supply chain data inputs and analysis.
• Ensure accurate customer orders are processed into ERP software.

Skills

Advanced forecasting and planning methods

Supply chain planning

Data analytics

Excellent communication

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Qualification in forecasting, supply chain or inventory management

Tools

ERP systems (SAP / QAD / BPICS)

Job description

A leading automotive components company in Birmingham is seeking a Demand Planner to manage short, mid, and long-term forecasting for key customers. You will act as a liaison for supply chain data and ensure accurate processing of customer orders. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in supply chain planning, a relevant qualification, and advanced Excel skills. This role offers opportunities for professional development, including benefits such as gym schemes and length of service awards.