As the Demand Planner, you will play a critical role in forecasting demand across multiple product categories, supporting commercial teams, and ensuring optimal stock availability. This position is essential to driving service excellence while maintaining efficiency across the supply chain.
Our client is a world leading FMCG brand, celebrated for its commitment to innovation, plant‑powered formulas, and exceptional customer experience. With a strong presence across retail, e‑commerce, and luxury channels, the business continues to grow across the UK and EMEA region.
Description
* Building and maintaining a robust demand forecast using historical data, market insights, and promotional activity
* Leading the monthly S&OP cycle and partnering closely with Sales, Marketing, and Finance
* Managing product lifecycle planning including launches, discontinuations, and phase‑outs
* Monitoring key KPIs such as forecast accuracy, bias, and service level performance
* Challenging assumptions and providing data‑driven insights to support decision‑making
* Collaborating with global supply teams to ensure alignment of demand and supply plans
* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance forecasting processes and tools
Profile
* Proven experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain planning (FMCG, beauty, or retail an advantage)
* Strong numerical and analytical skills, with advanced Excel (Power BI beneficial)
* Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration abilities
* The confidence to challenge, influence, and bring clarity to complex data
* Strong organisational skills and a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset
Job Offer
* Competitive salary + bonus scheme
* Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office)
* Private health insurance
* Opportunity to join a prestigious brand with strong values and career development
* Collaborative, supportive working environment and excellent benefits package
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Supply Chain
Industries
* Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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