Join Our Team as a Demand Planner!
Are you ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment? We are seeking a Demand Planner to join our team in Castle Cary. With a competitive salary ranging from £31,900 to £35,900 (dependent on experience) and a company performance bonus, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career!
Why This Role Matters
As a Demand Planner, you will work closely with our senior demand planner to deliver accurate forecasts for 700 products across 14 sales channels and 2 territories. Your efforts will enhance our sales volume predictability, improve customer service levels, and support inventory optimization.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Collaborate with the Demand function to create accurate volume demand plans for specific segments and customers, covering short, medium, and long-term horizons.
* Facilitate periodic demand reviews with key account managers during forecast alignment meetings, ensuring clear communication across the local business through the S&OP process.
* Maintain excellent data quality in planning systems, managing product launches, delists, and route-to-market changes.
* Track forecast accuracy by measuring and reporting on SFA/BIAS, identifying root causes of deviations, and implementing corrective actions.
* Identify potential improvements and automate or streamline manual processes to reduce cycle time.
What We’re Looking For
* 2+ years of supply chain experience (demand or supply planning).
* Experience with planning systems (e.g., FuturMaster, SAP).
* Excellent analytical skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
* Strong stakeholder management experience and interpersonal skills.
* Aptitude for working with data systems and analytics tools like Power BI.
What You Can Expect from Mars
* Work alongside over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
* Be part of a purpose-driven company striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
* Access to best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including our in-house Mars University.
* Enjoy an industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.
About Mars
Mars is a family-owned business with over $35 billion in global sales, producing some of the world’s best-loved brands like M&M's®, SNICKERS®, and DOVE®. We also take care of half of the world's pets through our nutrition, health, and services businesses. With operations in more than 80 countries, we are guided by our Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom.
Mars is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants and provide accommodations during the application process for those who need them. Join us in creating the world we want tomorrow!