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Planning Assistant

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Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Ellesmere Port, Cheshire CH34, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job title is Operational Support located in Ellesmere Port, requiring on-site presence.
  • The salary ranges from £26,000 to £28,000, with benefits included.
  • Candidates should ideally have previous experience in demand planning, supply chain, or a related role within the FMCG sector.
  • Key responsibilities include collaborating with the Demand Planning Manager, maintaining demand forecasts, and monitoring inventory levels.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP systems.

Job Title: Operational Support

Working Model / Location: Ellesmere Port / On-Site

Salary + Benefits: 26,000 - 28,000

Sector: FMCG Manufacturing

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the Demand Planning Manager to analyze market trends, sales data, and customer forecasts to produce accurate demand plans.
  • Assist in creating and maintaining demand forecasts for multiple products across various regions and sales channels.
  • Monitor and update inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability, minimizing overstock or stockout scenarios.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams (sales, marketing, and production) to align demand forecasts with business needs and promotional activities
  • Support in identifying potential supply chain risks and working proactively to mitigate them.
  • Assist with reporting and analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs) to support continuous improvement in the demand planning process.
  • Manage communication with suppliers and logistics to ensure timely product availability
  • Support the integration of new systems and demand planning tools where required.
  • Creating BOM's (Bill of Materials) 

About You:

  • Previous experience in demand planning, supply chain, or a related role within the FMCG sector is preferred but not essential
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) or demand planning software is a plus
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.