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 deliver accurate forecasts for 700 products across 14 sales channels and 2 territories, collaborating 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 skills, including building cross-department relationships and influencing
* Proficiency with data systems and analytics tools like Power BI
Key Responsibilities
* Collaborate to create accurate demand plans for segments and customers
* Facilitate demand review meetings with account managers
* Maintain data quality in planning systems and manage product lifecycle changes
* Track forecast accuracy 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 striving for a better tomorrow
* Access to Mars University for learning and development
* Competitive salary and benefits, including bonuses
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 our nutrition, health, and services divisions. 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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