Job Description
Junior Customer Demand Planner
* Location: Norwich
* Job Type: Full-time
* Salary: up to £32,000
We are seeking a proactive Junior Customer Demand Planner to join our clients dynamic team. This role involves managing customer demand, stocks, and orders for our products across Europe and the UK, ensuring cost-effectiveness while maintaining minimum stock levels. The ideal candidate will be adept at utilising transportation efficiently.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Maintain the product range through just-in-time planning, using all available information to generate accurate forecasts.
* Provide cover for all areas of the Supply Chain team, including administration tasks, forecasting, and transport.
* Manage relationships with most profitable customers, proactively seeking new ways to work effectively.
* Handle the production, editing, and processing of all orders and invoices, ensuring accuracy against supplier, customer, and logistics documentation.
* Develop and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers, ensuring a thorough understanding of production capabilities, lead times, and logistical requirements.
* Monitor supplier performance to maintain acceptable service levels.
* Manage stock effectively, ensuring accurate reflection in company systems regarding location, value, and quantity.
* Liaise with third-party warehouses on stocks and delivery requirements.
* Collaborate with commercial and marketing departments on new product introductions.
* Produce weekly and monthly reports as required.
* Provide cover for other members of the Supply Team as needed, fostering a comprehensive understanding of team operations.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Minimum GCSE level qualifications in English and Maths, or equivalent.
* Good numeric skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Fully computer literate with proficiency in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
* Experience in a demand planning/supply chain/logistics environment is desirable but not essential.
* A can-do attitude with a willingness to support team members and resolve issues independently.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
* Dynamic and supportive work environment.
* Hybrid working
* Opportunities to earn bonus
To apply for the Junior Customer Demand Planner position, please submit your up to date CV online.