Job Description
Demand Planner
Are you a demand planner looking for your next opportunity? Or a Supply Planner looking to make a switch? If so this is the role for you. I'm looking for a demand planner to join a leader within the European Food Market.
Key Responsibilities
* Shape and Lead the S&OP Process
* Produce clear, data-driven forecasts that align with customer expectations
* Use data to drive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy
* Have the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration
Requirements
Demand Planner
We’re looking for an experienced and detail-driven Demand Planner to join our fast-growing team. This role is central to optimising inventory, ensuring raw material and product availability, and supporting an agile and high-performing supply chain.
Working cross-functionally with sales, marketing, production, and logistics, you'll bring strategic thinking and data-led insight to forecast demand, manage inventory, and support the business in meeting customer expectations in a high-growth environment.
This is a hybrid position (3 days per week in-office), ideal for someone who thrives on collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop demand plans to ensure 100% product availability and healthy stock levels.
* Partner with production, sales, and logistics to achieve 100% On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery.
* Use advanced forecasting tools and techniques to continually improve forecast accuracy.
* Optimise stockholding to balance availability with reduced excess inventory.
* Implement proactive measures to reduce inventory write-offs and increase cost-efficiency.
* Monitor customer and market trends to refine forecasting models.
* Contribute to cross-functional initiatives that drive continuous improvement across planning.
What You’ll Bring
* Solid experience in demand planning, forecasting, or merchandising within an FMCG environment.
* Proficiency in Excel and analytical tools.
* Exceptional attention to detail with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
* Strong communication and collaboration skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and adapt in a fast-paced, evolving business.
* Experience with forecasting tools (e.g., Anaplan) is a plus.