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Demand Planner

Michael Page Procurement & Supply Chain

Posted 20 hours ago, valid for 23 days

Watford, Hertfordshire WD24 4LH

£32,000 - £38,400 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The role involves forecasting and demand planning, utilizing both statistical and manual methods.
Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in a similar demand role, preferably within the Food, Beverages, or FMCG sectors.
The position requires strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and vlookups, along with knowledge of statistical forecasting.
The job offers a competitive salary package and includes a hybrid working system.
Responsibilities include driving forecast improvements, supporting S&OP meetings, and enhancing communication between sales and supply chain departments.

Responsible for the forecasting and demand planning process, utilising both statistical and manual forecasting.

Client Details

Well-established brand in the Food space.

Description

Drive forecast improvements to achieve a MAPE of 15% or less.
Implement the new forecasting hierarchy delivering greater granular level detail by account within Avercast.
Builds strong relationships with both sales and supply chain departments, Improving communication flow and accountability.
Developing and drive accountability for forecast accuracy, via structured approach to demand review: regular scheduled review meetings, agendas, pre-reads, focused chair with action orientated meetings.
Support the Monthly S&OP meeting, reporting, presenting and driving actionable tasks to improve forecast accuracy and channel level visibility.

Profile

Experience in a similar demand role 5+ years.
Food, Beverages or any other FMCG background would be ideal.
Statistical forecast knowledge desirable.
Good Excel knowledge: Minimum level includes, pivot tables, vlookups, sumifs, basic formula's and graphs etc.

Job Offer

Competitive salary package.
Hybrid working system.

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