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.
* Work closely with the Customer Supply and Commercial teams to align on customer demand forecasts.
* Drive continuous improvement in the planning process, adapting it to the fast growing business's demands.
* Forecast and maintain 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.
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