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Job Title: Planning Manager
Location: Essex
Industry: Food Manufacturing
Salary: 45,000
We are currently partnering with a leading food manufacturer in Essex to find experienced and skilled professionals for two exciting roles: Demand Planning Manager. These positions are perfect for individuals with a strong background in supply chain, forecasting, and operations planning within the food manufacturing or FMCG sector.
The Role:
Demand Planning Experience
- Leading the demand planning process and ensuring alignment with production schedules.
- Collaborating with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to create accurate forecasts.
- Analysing historical data to predict future demand and managing inventory levels to prevent stockouts or overstocking.
- Monitor and adjust forecasts based on changes in customer demand and market conditions.
S&OP Experience
- Leading the S&OP process and aligning cross-functional teams (sales, marketing, production, and finance) to create an integrated business plan.
- Managing monthly S&OP meetings, analysing key metrics, and recommending strategies to improve operational efficiency.
- Collaborating with senior leadership to ensure all plans align with business objectives and financial targets.
- Providing visibility on demand, capacity, and supply chain risks to inform decision-making.
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience in Demand Planning or S&OP roles, ideally within the food manufacturing or FMCG sector.
- Strong knowledge of forecasting, inventory management, and S&OP processes.
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and demand planning tools.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make strategic recommendations.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across multiple departments.
- A proactive and results-driven approach to problem-solving.
.How to Apply:
If you have Demand planning and S&OP experience and are looking for a new challenge with a leading food manufacturer in Essex, we would love to hear from you!
Please apply via CV Library, and we will be in touch!
