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At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high‑quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth‑driven work environment.
Our UK brands include Cathedral City, Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, and Utterly Butterly, as well as functional ingredients and dairy‑free products. We are looking for a Demand Planner to join our Commercial Supply Chain & Demand Planning team. In 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.
You’ll 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, new product development, 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 four days per week.
Work pattern: Monday–Friday, 37 hours per week.
Contributions that Matter
* Act as the main supply‑chain contact for key customers, building strong relationships to maximise service and sales.
* Develop and maintain a rolling 12–18‑month demand plan across all categories at product and weekly level.
* Use data and insights to manage promotional uplift, seasonal trends, and market dynamics.
* Monitor sales performance and work proactively to improve forecast accuracy.
* Collaborate with internal teams and customer supply‑chain contacts on promotional alignment, range reviews, and issue resolution.
* Create and share Excel‑based reports using retailer systems to ensure forecast alignment.
* Manage supply challenges calmly and confidently, balancing customer needs with business priorities.
Qualifications
* Experienced in FMCG supply chain, 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.
Benefits
* Bonus scheme up to 5% paid quarterly.
* Hybrid working approach, minimum four 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, and more.
* Access to Thrive 24‑hours a day – a leading and NHS clinically approved app focusing on general wellbeing.
* Long service recognised every five years.
* Life assurance up to four times contractual pay.
* Discounted branded products.
* Free, onsite parking.
* Subsidised staff restaurant.
* 25 holidays plus eight 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 from thousands of the UK’s largest retailers and service providers.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
We 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 CV’s supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.
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