Demand Planner

As a key player of the Supply Chain team, the Demand Planner is responsible for maintaining the rolling forecast/demand plans and inventory holding of the business.

Client Details

Fast growing brand in the Food & Beverages industry in London.

Description

• Manage the portfolio wide demand planning process.
• Deliver industry leading customer supply service level and minimise product waste through critical forecast reviews.
• Manage phase in, phase out portfolio changes in our demand forecasting.
• Working closely with the Customer supply and Commercial teams to align on customer demand forecasts.
• Drive continuous improvement in the planning process, adopting it to the fast growing business's demands.
• Forecasting and maintaining stock levels for Amazon Seller Central, Creating fulfilment drops and raising enquiries where required.
• Collaborate with key leaders in the organisation to develop short- and long-term demand forecasts.
• Utilise all data available to closely monitor actual demand vs. forecast to identify shortages/overages and identify actions to prevent service failures and excess inventory.
• Manage stock movements between production and fulfilment sites, maximising efficiency.
• Manage the ordering and supply of raw materials/products process from point of order through to delivery and maintain accurate inventory data and raw materials stock figures.

Profile

• The successful candidate needs to have a proven track record in Forecasting, Inventory Control and Planning
• +3 years' experience in a demand planning or supply chain role, ideally within FMCG.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., APICS) is advantageous.
• Food & Beverages or FMCG background is required.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with data visualisation tools beneficial.
• Solid track record of refining forecasts, reducing waste, and improving operational efficiencies.
• Ability to dissect data, spot trends, and provide actionable insights swiftly and confidently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to liaise with all levels of the organization.

Job Offer

• Competitive Salary Package.
• Opportunity for Growth within a dynamic, and fast-growing FMCG brand.