Demand Planner

Job Description

Role: Demand PlannerLocation: AlfretonSalary: Highly Competitive, Excellent Benefits Package & Free parkingThe CompanyWith a fantastic history and superb growth over recent years, my client is one of the UKs premier plastics manufacturers, recyclers and distributors, with a footprint that covers the whole of the UK.As experts in plastics and PVCU building products, they’ve shown dynamic development and innovation, and lead the industry in their service, range of products and attention to detail.The RoleAs the Demand Planner, you will be responsible for supporting the creation and management of all demand forecasting for Business units. This will include the initial base forecast developed from sales history and trend analysis, and be developed to apply business intelligence gathered from Sales, Marketing and Customer relationships. Basic forecast modelling, scenarios planning and supporting stock policy reviews in all areas of the business is also expected from this role holder. This is a pivotal role within the business which will support the Planning function in all areas of Demand Supply analysis.Duties• Support Demand Planning Manager in maintaining and developing forecasting tools• Create short to long term forecasts for all manufactured and “Purchase for resale” products through use of statistical forecasting tools• Collaborate with commercial colleagues to apply market knowledge and customer intelligence to statistical forecasts• Liaise with Marketing to understand NPD projects and ensure validated forecasts are generated• Maintain forecasts and analyse changes between forecast versions• Proactively seek the information to improve the forecast, and chase information required to complete the process• Develop forecast accuracy measures and ensure they are included within S&OP reviews• Undertake root cause analysis to understand forecast accuracy• Develop Weekly/Monthly sales vs forecast reports• Ensure key stakeholders are updated on key overselling and underselling lines• Support product availability review process through creation of demand/supply models.• Develop and own process for management of “unusual demand” liaising with key stakeholders to receive information and disseminate solutions and impact.• Support in regular review of Depot stock levels and subsequent updates are made within ERP systemKey Skills / Experience• Demonstrate proficiency in statistics, forecasting and forecasting methods with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts• Experience managing internal communications, working across functionally to deliver results• Proven track record of working within supply chain, strong experience in Demand and Supply Planning• Experience of working with SAP Planning modules• Excellent IT skills, including Excel, Word and Power Point• Strong attention to detail• Demonstrate strong analytical skills• Excellent spoken and written communication skills• Can effectively interact with all teams, areas and levels of the business affecting the forecast process• Strong problem solving and numeracy skillsThe Rewards• A solid career pathway and structured progression• Pension Plan• Discounts across online and high street retailersThis is a superb opportunity to work for a major player in the industry and one with enviable order books and a brilliant future.Looking for a new challenge with a forward-thinking company then APPLY TODAY!