Forecasting & Demand Supply Chain Planner

2 weeks ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Bramwith Consulting Full time
Forecasting & Demand Supply Chain Planner

c.£32.5 – 40k DOA % Bonus | Lancashire

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Forecasting & Demand Supply Chain Planner to join a rapidly growing retailer / distribution business. This market leading firm utilizes their unrivalled supply base to sell a diverse range of products from the Far East & Eastern Europe across the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe. This dynamic Supply Chain position has arisen purely off the back of the company's growth and transformation. Following a series of acquisitions and the recruitment of a talented & visionary leadership team, they seek a Forecasting & Demand Planner to contribute to the optimization of their Supply Chain operations.

If you are an ambitious Supply Chain professional with experience in forecasting, monitoring sales data, demand planning, and raising purchase orders, liaising with suppliers, managing lead times / ensuring OTIF and effective inventory management, the Demand & Forecasting Planner role represents an ample opportunity for you to progress your career in an ever-growing distribution business. These positions will play an important role in ensuring the firm has an adequate level of supply (target 97% availability) to meet the demands of their expanding customer base. The Demand & Forecasting Supply Chain Planner will make a tangible impact on the function and further the brand's reputation as the number one distributor within their field.

The Supply Chain function is made up of a team of 10 broken down as 3x Supply Chain Team Leads, 6x Supply Chain Planners, and 1x Analyst. Due to growth and expansion within the business and ambitious growth plans to multiply business revenue, these hires will help bolster the firm's regional and global supply chain operations. The company's headquarters are based in Lancashire, and the role will be predominantly on site (c.1/2x hybrid days), Offering c.£32.5 – 40k DOA + 10 – 15% Bonus.

Forecasting & Demand Supply Chain Planner Responsibilities:
  1. Determining material specifications, creating and maintaining inventory schedules, coordinating with internal departments, and managing external stakeholder relations.
  2. Forecasting and determining the required materials and generating purchase orders.
  3. Ensuring materials meet specifications, quality standards, and are cost-efficient.
  4. Coordinating with other departments regarding volume goals, timelines, supplier payments, etc.
  5. Tracking production volume and monitoring customer demand patterns and purchasing trends.
  6. Scheduling and overseeing the supply and delivery of materials and products.
  7. Liaising with customers, suppliers, and distributors.
  8. Handling International logistics.
  9. Managing inventory issues, schedule changes, and cancellations.
  10. Preparing cost estimates and performance reports.
Forecasting & Demand Supply Chain Planner Required Experience:
  1. Experience in supply chain planning, material planning, demand forecasting, inventory management, purchasing, or a related position.
  2. Strong organizational and time management skills.
  3. Knowledge of supply chain management and the operations of a distribution business.
  4. Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
  5. Driven, proactive & ambitious personality.
  6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office / forecasting & supply chain management systems.

This is an excellent opportunity to take up a newly created position during an exciting period of transformation. If you possess a strong background in Supply Chain Planning, this could be the role for you

Key words: supply chain planner, lead supply chain planner, supply chain demand planner, supply chain specialist, supply chain, demand forecasting, material controller, material coordinator, Lancashire, Bolton, Wigan, Darwen, Chorley, St Helens, Liverpool, Southport, Blackpool, Stockport, Greater Manchester, Ormskirk, Skelmersdale, Warrington, Widnes, Preston, Leigh, Stretford, Bury, Birkenhead, Bootle

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