A fast-growing FMCG business is seeking a Demand Planner to join its expanding UK team. You’ll play a key role in driving forecasting accuracy, managing launches and promotions, and partnering with UK and global teams within a dynamic matrix structure.
Client Details
Our client is a growing FMCG company with a strong global presence. The organisation is scaling rapidly and expanding market reach across multiple regions. With a modern Central London office, a collaborative culture, and regular team events, the business thrives on innovation, pace and a highly entrepreneurial mindset.
Description
The Demand Planner role will report into the Demand Planning and be based in our clients modern central London offices. Key responsibilities will include:
*Preparing and support the local S&OP process with the Sales, Marketing and Finance teams following the monthly cadence.
*Preparing and communicating final forecasts by products to supply teams.
*Be the primary point of contact for Sales & Marketing with regards to Planning and Forecasting
*Synchronise commercial plans with demand plans.
*Proactively identifying constraints and challenges and developing solutions to mitigate impacts all the while keeping internal customers clearly informed of developments.
*Provide and analyse monthly metrics reporting on forecast changes, rejections, forecast accuracy, bias.
Profile
The successful Demand Planner will be able to commute into central London 3 days PW and be able to demonstrate the following experience:
*Current experience within a demand planning role.
*Experience in food, drink, health and beauty or pharmaceutical industry sectors would be desirable
*Strong Excel skills and strong understanding of forecasting processes
*Experience of Futurmaster would be advantageous.
*Comfortable working within a global/matrix environment
*Strong communicator with a collaborative, detail-focused approach
Job Offer
*£45,000-£48,000 base salary
*A competitive benefits package that includes Bonus opportunity, Pension scheme, Product allowance, Healthcare, Life Assurance and 25 days annual leave.
*Hybrid working arrangement: 3 days office / 2 days home
If you’re a motivated professional with a passion for demand planning within the FMCG Industry, this role could be the perfect fit for you. Apply today to take the next step in your career!