Demand PLanner

Major Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Demand Planner, to join an established FMCG business.

As part of the ongoing growth plan, the Demand Planner will be an integral part of the Supply Chain Team. We are looking for someone who is passionate, driven, and can work independently as well as part of a wider team.

Demand Planner

Responsible for the maintenance of exceptional forecast accuracy, utilizing the business's forecasting system to allow for an efficient and effective supply chain.

Responsibilities of the Demand Planner

1. Liaise with Customers, Sales teams, and the Supply Planning Team regarding forecast creation and accuracy, ensuring clarity of inputs and drivers of the forecast.
2. Deliver a bi-monthly demand review of key demand planning metrics - accuracy, stock holding, service levels, etc., that generates an accurate forecast for the S&OP process.
3. Review historical demand and future event forecasting.
4. Maintain and further develop the Futurmaster forecasting system, incorporating promotions from the Exceedra forecasting system.
5. Publish forecasts, variance, and event information in a timely manner to all relevant parties to assist in creating accurate and viable forecast information.
6. Work collaboratively with customers and ensure that the Company is professionally represented at all times, both inside and outside the business.
7. Take an active role in continuously developing the job-holder's skills and knowledge through self-development activities and/or attending Company-organized training and development opportunities.
8. Respond to ad hoc requests and/or take an active role in specific projects as directed by the job-holder's line manager.
9. Take responsibility for daily and weekly reporting within the team and be an integral part of the wider team.
10. Undertake any other reasonable duties as may from time to time be required by the Company.

What are we looking for as a Demand Planner?

1. A minimum of 1 year's experience in a similar role
2. Excellent communication skills
3. Good working knowledge of MS Office

What's in it for you?

1. Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
2. Wellness Program, Life Assurance, Competitive Pension Scheme

Major Recruitment acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and an Employment Business for temporary opportunities.

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