Demand Planner

Pick-Nik Marketing (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company in Gauteng is seeking a proactive Demand Planner. In this mid-senior level role, you will analyze historical sales data and collaborate across departments to develop accurate demand forecasts. The ideal candidate has at least 3–5 years of experience in demand planning or supply chain in a manufacturing environment, with strong analytical, numerical, and communication skills. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to business growth and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in demand planning or supply chain.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel proficiency.
• Proven ability to translate data into strategies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze historical sales data and demand trends.
• Develop and maintain demand forecasts for product categories.
• Collaborate with sales and production teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

Excel

SYSPRO

WMS

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Demand Planner – Pick-Nik Marketing FMCG (Paper Manufacturing Industry)

We are seeking a proactive and analytical Demand Planner to join our team in the fast‑paced FMCG paper manufacturing sector.

This role is central to driving accurate demand forecasting, strengthening collaboration across departments, and ensuring our business remains both customer‑centric and aligned with internal production capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse historical sales data, demand trends, and customer buying patterns.
• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts across multiple product categories with a strategy that ensures optimal operational results.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders including sales, production, and supply chain teams to align demand and supply.
• Provide regular reporting and insights on demand fluctuations, risks, and opportunities.
• Support the implementation of a customer‑first culture while ensuring operational efficiency within production planning.
• Highlight gaps between forecast and actual demand and recommend corrective actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within demand planning and S&OP processes.
• From time to time, you may be required to carry out additional responsibilities beyond those outlined in this job description.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, economics, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain (FMCG or manufacturing environment preferred).
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with advanced Excel (SYSPRO/WMS/SAP/ERP systems advantageous).
• Ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proven track record of building collaboration across functions.
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a fast‑moving environment.

Personal Attributes

• Operational and customer‑focused mindset.
• Strong problem‑solving ability.
• Highly organized with excellent time management.
• Resilient, adaptable, and able to influence others.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Manufacturing and Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing