Sales jobs in United Kingdom

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SDUKs brands include the Nations favourite cheese brand Cathedral City plus other well‑known butter & spreads (Clover Country Life Vitalite Utterly Butterly) functional ingredients and dairy free products.

We are looking for a Demand Planner to join our Commercial Supply Chain & Demand Planning this role you will ensure our manufacturing plants receive the most accurate demand signals enabling us to meet customer stock requirements on time and in full. Youll use data and insights to create precise demand forecasts for a portfolio of customers collaborating closely with Sales Marketing Supply Chain Finance and external partners to align forecasts with promotional activity NPD and seasonality.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about delivering best‑in‑class customer service and driving supply chain efficiency.

This role is based at our Weybridge office with the option to work from home up to one day per week based on business need. Candidates must be able to work onsite a minimum of 4 days per week. For candidates with strong retailer experience we can offer additional flexibility on location.

Work pattern : MondayFriday 37 hours per week.

• Acting as the main supply chain contact for key customers building strong relationships to maximise service and sales.
• Developing and maintaining a rolling 1218‑month demand plan across all categories at product and weekly level.
• Using data and insights to manage promotional uplift seasonal trends and market dynamics.
• Monitoring sales performance and working proactively to improve forecast accuracy.
• Collaborating with internal teams and customer supply chain contacts on promotional alignment range reviews and issue resolution.
• Creating and sharing Excel-based reports using retailer systems to ensure forecast alignment.
• Managing supply challenges calmly and confidently balancing customer needs with business priorities.

• Experienced in FMCG supply chain or planning or a related function.
• Strong understanding of retailer supply chains and ways of working (retail experience is a big plus).
• A confident communicator and influencer at all levels internally and externally.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills with commercial acumen.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with retailer reporting systems is a plus.
• Calm under pressure able to handle tough conversations and find win‑win solutions.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage time effectively.

• Bonus scheme up to 5% paid quarterly
• Hybrid working approach minimum 4 days in office subject to business need
• Inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Health cash plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental eye care etc.
• Access to Thrive 24-hours a day - a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeing
• Long service recognised every 5 years
• Life assurance up to 4 x contractual pay
• Discounted branded products
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised staff restaurant
• 25 holidays 8 bank holidays
• One paid workday a year to volunteer for a local community or charitable institutions of your choice
• Opportunity to swap traditional UK holidays for dates significant to your cultural and religious beliefs
• My Staff Shop - access to exclusive benefits free advice and savings -providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers.

• Forecasting
• Microsoft Access
• Math
• SAP
• Supply Chain Experience
• Analysis Skills
• SAP APO
• SAP Supply Chain Management
• Production Planning
• SAP ERP
• ERP Systems
• MRP

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

For additional information on our benefits please go to support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CVs supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.