Demand Planner

Posted 3 hours 37 minutes ago by Michael Page (UK)

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Essex, United Kingdom
Job Description
  • Work for a Prestigious Brand
  • Previous Demand Planning Experience Required

About Our Client

Our client is a world leading FMCG brand, celebrated for its commitment to innovation, plant-powered formulas, and exceptional customer experience. With a strong presence across retail, e-commerce, and luxury channels, the business continues to grow across the UK and EMEA region.


Job Description

  • Building and maintaining a robust demand forecast using historical data, market insights, and promotional activity

  • Leading the monthly S&OP cycle and partnering closely with Sales, Marketing, and Finance

  • Managing product lifecycle planning including launches, discontinuations, and phase-outs

  • Monitoring key KPIs such as forecast accuracy, bias, and service level performance

  • Challenging assumptions and providing data-driven insights to support decision making

  • Collaborating with global supply teams to ensure alignment of demand and supply plans

  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance forecasting processes and tools


The Successful Applicant

  • Proven experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain planning (FMCG, beauty, or retail an advantage)

  • Strong numerical and analytical skills, with advanced Excel (Power BI beneficial)

  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities

  • The confidence to challenge, influence, and bring clarity to complex data

  • Strong organisational skills and a proactive, solutions focused mindset


What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary + bonus scheme

  • Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office)

  • 50% product discount

  • Private health insurance

  • Opportunity to join a prestigious brand with strong values and career development

  • Collaborative, supportive working environment and excellent benefits package