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Our client, a leading global food manufacturer is urgently looking for a Demand Planner to lead the base and promotional forecast for their customer portfolio at a customer-sku level, working with the account team and collaboration manager to improve the accuracy of the forecast.
Key responsibilities
• Conduct formal weekly forecasting meetings with Account Managers to review and amend short- and medium-term demand forecasts.
• Own the decision making in forecast adjustments, using historical and current data to rationalise proposed changes, focusing on post promotional performance, new product launches, distribution changes & future promotional phasing.
• Meet the monthly forecast accuracy & bias targets.
• Maintain data inputs to the demand planning forecast management tool.
• Attend regular Demand Planning meetings and provide input on sales performance to share potential market changes with your colleagues.
• Formally request increases in demand from the supply chain via short notice requests form.
• Work collaborating with Sales Team to ensure seasonal phasing is continually aligned with the formal seasonal forecast freeze for your account
Candidate requirements:
• Demand Planning and Forecasting experience in a FMCG environment
• Strong understanding of the Sales & Operational Planning (S&Op) process.
• Good numerical and analytical skills
• Ability to interact and engage effectively across all levels in the organisation
On Offer
• Salary will be circa £40K to £48K + Bonus + Benefits
• 25 days leave + 8 bank holidays
• The role will be based in the West London area
• Hybrid remote working options (3 days in the office)
Demand Planner
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Location:
Greater London
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
£40000 - £48000
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Job ref:
TM2985
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Published:
about 2 months ago
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Expiry date:
11 Aug 2024