Demand Planner

To coordinate accurate forecasting data to the business in a timely way leading to business planning objectives being met and a strong stock availability. Collaborating links to business's customer base. Supporting the commercial team with their aspirations and supporting the Business Planning cycle.

Client Details

This is a permanent position within a medium-sized business known for its strong presence in the FMCG sector. The company is committed to delivering high-quality products and maintaining efficient supply chain operations to meet customer demand.

Description

• Calculate and make available to the business with a base level of demand for all accounts and SKU's with review on a regular basis.
• Monitor customer information systems to refine ongoing forecasts, identify trends and potential problems.
• Liaise with NAM's and KAM's to determine distribution or listing changes. Incorporate seasonality trends if they exist.
• Be an integral part of the Business Planning review process by customer account with reviews taking place at the defined frequency.
• Compile and distribute Forecasts to the supply base including Production, Wine makers and freight forwarders
• Ensure TPM in Anaplan for promotions is accurate, sense checked and flowing through to Supply Planning.
• Provide insight and support for the weekly supply planning process
• Form collaborative relationships with customer accounts which you have responsibility taking a lead role in customer reviews.
• Provide cover for other demand planners during periods of absence.
• Responsible for Ensuring the Supply team have clear guidance on new listings, SKU changes, promotional periods, delists and on pack activity.
• Develop strong collaborative relationships with Marketing, Sales, Chile, and customer teams providing category champion insight and support.
• Monitor all promotional activity is nursed from cradle to grave with "in flight" scrutiny and post promotional analysis. Ensure this is recorded for future reference within Anaplan.
• Produce analysis, reporting and management information.
• Provide open feedback and challenge to the sales team and customer on their promotional forecast accuracy and forecast predictions ongoing.
• Cover essential supply related tasks for the Supply planner during periods of absence.
• Provide cover for Bottler Telecons and attend weekly meetings with GBC.
• Update & Track departmental KPI's and hit defined targets.

Profile

A successful Demand Planner should have:

* Customer Focused

* Highly Organised

* Possess Strong Analytical Ability

* Good communication skill at all levels

* Strong Attention to Detail

Job Offer

• A competitive salary of up to £40,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• A supportive and professional work environment
• 5% Annual Bonus
• Pension (6% employer contribution)
• 25 days holiday plus bank
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Private health care

If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Demand Planner, apply today to join a thriving Planning team.