Job Description
Demand Planner
* Location: Castle Cary
* Salary: £31,900 - £35,900 dependent on experience
* Company performance bonus
* Hours: Mon-Fri
* Type: Permanent
Job Purpose
Working with the senior demand planner to help deliver an accurate forecast for 700 products across 14 sales channels and 2 territories in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and other stakeholders. Improving predictability of sales volumes to positively impact customer service levels and support inventory optimization.
What are we looking for?
* 2+ years of supply chain experience (demand or supply planning)
* Experience with planning systems such as FuturMaster, SAP
* Excellent analytical skills with a continuous improvement mindset
* Stakeholder management experience and strong interpersonal skills
* Aptitude for working 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 key account managers
* Maintain data quality in planning systems and manage product launches and changes
* Track forecast accuracy and implement corrective actions
* Identify improvements and streamline manual processes
What can you expect from Mars?
* Work with over 130,000 diverse Associates guided by The Five Principles
* Join a purpose-driven company focused on building a better tomorrow
* Access to Mars University for learning and development
* Competitive salary and benefits, including a bonus
About Mars
Mars is a family-owned business with over $35 billion in global sales, producing brands like M&M's, SNICKERS, TWIX, and more. We also care for pets through various businesses. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in over 80 countries. We are committed to our Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom.
Mars is an equal opportunity employer. Assistance or accommodations are available upon request during the application process.
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