Job Description
Demand Planner
* Location: Castle Cary
* Salary: £31,900 - £35,900 dependent on experience
* Company performance bonus
* Hours: Mon-Fri
* Permanent position
Job Purpose
Working with the senior demand planner to deliver an accurate forecast for 700 products across 14 sales channels and 2 territories, in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and other stakeholders. The role aims to improve sales volume predictability, positively impacting customer service levels and supporting inventory optimisation.
What are we looking for?
* 2+ years of supply chain experience (demand or supply planning)
* Experience with planning systems such as FuturMaster, SAP
* Strong analytical skills with a continuous improvement mindset
* Stakeholder management experience and strong interpersonal and influencing skills
* Experience with data systems and analytics tools like Power BI
Key Responsibilities
* Collaborate to create accurate demand plans for segments and customers, covering short, medium, and long-term horizons
* Facilitate demand review meetings with account managers to ensure forecast alignment
* Maintain data quality in planning systems, managing product launches, delists, and market changes
* Track forecast accuracy, analyze deviations, and implement corrective actions
* Identify process improvements to reduce cycle time
What can you expect from Mars?
* Work with over 130,000 diverse associates guided by The Five Principles
* Join a purpose-driven company committed to building a better future
* Access to industry-leading learning and development resources, including Mars University
* Competitive salary and benefits, including a bonus
About Mars
Mars is a family-owned business with over $35 billion in global sales, producing well-loved brands like M&M's, SNICKERS, TWIX, and more. We also care for half the world's pets through our nutrition, health, and services businesses. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in over 80 countries, guided by our Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations during the application process upon request.
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