Pure Fishing is a leading global provider of fishing tackle, lures, rods, and reels with a portfolio of brands. Our mission is to provide the ultimate experience for anglers and customers through leading brands, innovative products, and superior services delivering exceptional financial results by a passionate, high‑performing team. We are dedicated to helping you have more fun and catch more fish! For more information visit our website www.purefishing.com
Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and analytical Demand Planner to join our supply chain team. You will manage the end‑to‑end demand planning cycle, develop reliable forecasts in an SAP/APO environment and align demand with regional sales strategies. You will be instrumental in driving monthly demand reviews, mitigating forecast variances, and ensuring inventory availability for key programmes.
Responsibilities
* Owning and maintaining demand forecasts across multiple planning horizons and product hierarchies, ensuring alignment with commercial and regional sales plans.
* Leading monthly demand review meetings with sales and account stakeholders to align on forecast inputs and assumptions.
* Analyzing historical data to identify trends, seasonality, and demand patterns that inform forecast development.
* Supporting the monthly S&OP process by preparing forecast reports, variance analyses, and presentation decks for leadership reviews.
* Communicating forecast risks and opportunities to key stakeholders, enabling informed business decisions.
* Utilizing key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure, monitor, and improve forecast performance and planning effectiveness.
* Contributing to the development and continuous improvement of forecasting models and planning tools.
* Assisting in broader supply chain initiatives, reporting, and process optimisation efforts.
Requirements
* At least 2‑3 years’ previous experience in demand planning, supply chain planning, or a related analytical role.
* Educational background in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related discipline (completed or nearing completion).
* Strong understanding of trend identification, forecasting principles, and performance measurement through KPIs.
* An analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving abilities to address forecast deviations and supply challenges.
* Proficiency in data management, inventory planning, and demand system administration; SAP MRP/APO experience is highly desirable.
* Ability to communicate effectively in English as the main business language, additional European language skills are highly desirable.
Offer
This role is based from our office space in Cramlington. An attractive salary and benefits package is available for the successful candidate, based on skills and experience, together with the learning, development, and career opportunities you would expect in a global organisation.
Contact
If you are ready for a change or a new opportunity in an exciting, dynamic, and passionate business, please contact the Human Resources team at hremea@purefishing.com
Job Details
* Seniority level: Associate
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Supply Chain
* Industries: Sporting Goods Manufacturing
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