Demand Planner

Demand Planner

Rochdale Permanent £34,500 - £36,500 Hybrid Working

We're looking for a Demand Planner to join our client's supply chain team in a permanent role based in Rochdale. This is a hybrid position ideal for someone analytical, proactive, and experienced in planning within an FMCG or similar fast-paced environment.

As a Demand Planner, you'll manage the short, mid, and long-term planning and replenishment of a defined product portfolio-ensuring stock availability, accuracy in forecasting, and excellent service to customers while keeping costs and inventory levels in check.

Key Responsibilities

• Own demand and supply planning across a product portfolio.
• Maintain accurate forecasts and planning data in SAP and IBP.
• Manage stock orders from suppliers, production sites, and co-packers.
• Monitor KPIs (SFD, CSL, ICSL, SSL) and resolve supply issues.
• Coordinate import and co-packing activities efficiently.
• Support launches, promotions, and phase-outs with timely planning.

Requirements

• Experience as a Demand Planner or similar role in supply chain.
• Strong analytical and statistical skills.
• Proficient in Excel, SAP, IBP, and BI tools.
• Background in FMCG preferred.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

We're seeking a strong and positive Demand Planner who thrives under pressure, understands forecasting models, and enjoys working in a collaborative, international environment.

Apply now if you're ready to take the next step as a Demand Planner in a business where your planning skills will have real impact.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.