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25 years recruiting and building high-performance teams in #Membership, #Subscription #Donor-funded #Arts&Heritage across the UK, EMEA and the US
Forecast Planner - Harlow, Essex - Up to £37,000 DOE
Office-based – must drive due to location
Are you experienced in building accurate sales, capacity or production forecasts?
Ready to take your Excel and forecasting skills to the next level?
We’re looking for a Sales and Operations Forecast Planner who thrives on analysing numbers, building accurate forecasts, and making data count. This would be an ideal opportunity for someone with experience in Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Forecast Planning, Capacity Planning, or Inventory Planning. You’ll work at the heart of the business, collaborating with Sales, Marketing, Product Development, and Finance to deliver a world‑class Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process. This is the perfect role for someone with 2–5 years’ experience in forecast planning who wants to make a real impact.
What you’ll do:
* Analyse demand forecasts, production data, adjust for trends, promotions, and historical fluctuations, and identify actionable insights.
* Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to ensure future promotions and new product launches are reflected in forecasts.
* Raise forecasts and purchase orders for factories and external suppliers to keep operations running smoothly.
* Support Sales in resolving short-term supply challenges and stock allocation.
* Document assumptions and adjustments to continuously improve S&OP processes.
What we’re looking for:
* 2–5 years in Supply Chain, Demand/Supply Planning, or Inventory Planning, ideally with a mix of manufactured and sourced products.
* Advanced Excel, SAP or similar ERP, Reflex or similar planning software.
* Bachelor’s in Business, Supply Chain, or Logistics preferred.
* CIPS or APICS certification is beneficial but not essential.
Why you’ll love it here:
* Make a tangible impact in a global manufacturing environment.
* Influence key decisions through your forecasts and insights.
* Develop your skills and progress your career in Supply Chain Planning.
Ready to take your Excel and forecasting skills to the next level? Curious? Email Samantha at SC4 Recruitment for a confidential chat - full briefs available. Shortlisting now - don't delay, apply now!!
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Strategy/Planning, Supply Chain, and Production
Industries
* Manufacturing and Sporting Goods Manufacturing
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