Demand Planning Manager

Social network you want to login/join with:

We’re looking for a Demand Planning Manager to lead forecasting and demand planning for a leading food manufacturer in the northwest. You’ll be working with data, trends, and cross-functional teams to create robust plans that balances commercial needs with supply chain efficiency.

About the Role:

You’ll be a key part of the supply-chain team and the ‘go-to’ person for all things related to demand planning, working to ensure forecasts are accurate and aligned with business needs. Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Developing short, medium and long-term demand plans, utilising data and your experience to keep things on track
• Monitoring trends, promotions, new products, and delists, and adjusting forecasts accordingly.
• Leading S&OP meetings, collaborating with teams from sales, marketing, and finance to create a clear plan.
• Communicating critical changes to supply chain teams to keep everything running smoothly.
• Identifying ways to improve forecasting processes and introducing new tools to make them even better.

About You:

We’re looking for somebody who is data-focused, with a proactive approach to problem solving, who knows how to work with people to get the best results. Ideally, you’ll have the following skills and experience:

• 3-5 years’ experience in demand planning gained in a Food, Drink, or FMCG environment.
• Working closely with major retail customers.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel knowledge.
• Great communication skills – you’ll be presenting data and working with different teams at all levels.
• A proactive mindset with a drive to improve processes and make a real impact.