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Planning Assistant

Aspion
Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Ellesmere Port, Cheshire CH654AG, England

Salary

£26,000 - £28,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Operational Support position is located in Ellesmere Port and requires candidates to work on-site.
  • The salary for this role ranges from £26,000 to £28,000, with additional benefits.
  • 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, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with ERP systems, are preferred.

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

If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you – then I’d love to speak to you!  

Please get in touch with Vinny or click ‘Apply Now’ to be considered for this vacancy.  

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