Demand Planner | FMCG | Hybrid | Central Belt
Are you a forecasting specialist with a sharp analytical mind and a passion for driving commercial success?
We're looking for an experienced Demand Planner to join a fast-paced consumer goods business where your expertise will directly influence product availability, customer satisfaction, and strategic decision-making.
This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on turning data into action, collaborating across teams, and continuously improving forecasting accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
1. Own and optimise demand forecasts across products and customer accounts.
2. Collaborate with sales, commercial, and planning teams to align forecasts with business goals.
3. Analyse trends, seasonality, and promotional impacts to improve forecast accuracy.
4. Lead planning meetings and customer reviews, driving actionable insights.
5. Manage new product launches and monitor forecasting KPIs.
What You'll Bring
6. Essential: Proven demand planning experience in FMCG or a similar environment.
7. Advanced Excel and strong data analysis skills.
8. Knowledge of forecasting models and planning systems.
9. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
10. Detail-oriented, commercially aware, and proactive.
Location & Flexibility
11. Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days remote.
12. Ideally based in the Central Belt / Eurocentral.
13. Quarterly travel to UK customer sites and occasional international visits.
Why Apply?
This is a high-impact role where your forecasting expertise will shape strategy and performance. If you're ready to take ownership and drive results, we'd love to hear from you.