Demand Planner

**Demand Planner**:

- Salary
- ** Competitive Salary Plus Benefits**
- Location
- ** Worksop**
- Contract Type
- ** Permanent**
- Contracted Hours
- ** 39**

**The Vacancy**

We are looking for an enthusiastic team member to join our Sales & Operational Planning team as a **Demand Planner**; based on average 2 days a week at our Support Centre in Worksop and then remotely the rest of the week.

As our **Demand Planner **you’ll be responsible for the accurate data input, purchase order raising, allocations and SAP replenishment parameter maintenance in order to achieve the optimum stock movement performance from Vendor to DC and store.

Taking huge pride in what you do, your role will involve the placement and management of purchase orders across all vendors. You’ll be accountable for the execution of SAP master data maintenance enabling the accurate end to end replenishment from vendor to distribution centre and store. Along with;
- Responsible for ensuring the forecast and replenishment workbenches are cleared daily enabling a smooth execution for replenishment.
- Ensuring the replenishment cycles as well as the planning calendars within SAP are accurate enabling a smooth stock flow the distribution centres.
- Working cross functionally with the Trading team along with other stakeholders to deliver a right first-time solution for retail and identify any cost saving opportunities.
- Support the timely execution of all new ranges and promotions in the category area.
- Support the category Merchandiser on ensuring we maximise availability ensuring this is within budgeted stock targets.
- Accountable for root cause analysis for distribution and store specific availability challenges.
- Accountable for disaster recovery protocols for any system outages including manual creation of vendor purchase orders and store stock orders.

For this role we need someone who has at least 1 years’ experience in a Demand Planner role, with the knowledge and understanding of Microsoft programmes along with strong analytical skills and the ability to analyse data. Experience with stakeholder management along with the ability to influence others for problem solving and solutions. Someone with excellent communication skills with a high level of attention to detail.

We know it’s not just about the role, but how we can reward you too, so with this role comes a competitive salary, a brilliant rewards scheme, 33 days holiday entitlement (inc. Bank Holidays), and a great pension scheme. We also offer an exceptional array of apprenticeships, wilko PERKS flexible benefits, holiday homes, and most importantly, 20% team member and family discount in store and online.

**The Company**

We're a family-owned business with honest and fair family values at our heart.

For ninety years, we've been giving our customers all the stuff they need to brighten up their homes and neaten up their gardens. And, when it comes to our people, we believe in offering the same support, for the things that matter to them too.

So, take a closer look. Discover the history, values, and commitments that make us who we are - and that you'll become part of if you join us.

**Rewards & Benefits**

**Be better every day**
- We have a fantastic incentive plan at wilko: Be Better Every Day Bonus - BBED Bonus. This is our annual cash bonus plan which is open to everyone at wilko.
- **Holidays**
- Depending on your band and length of service, your holiday package will range from 28 days - 38 days, including bank holidays. There is also the option (band and business area dependant) to purchase up to an additional 10 days holiday. Speaking of holidays, we also own a range of holiday homes across the country so if you fancy a weekend away, we could get you a great deal.
- **Pension scheme**
- To help save for your future we offer a competitive pension scheme for you to join. Contributions vary depending on your band; giving you the opportunity to save into a first class pension scheme.
- **Wilko team member discount**
- This is our most loved benefit. To help your hard-earned cash go further, you’ll enjoy a 20% discount in store and online. Even better, we offer a second discount card too (terms and conditions apply).
- **Employee benefits trust**
- Founded by Tony Wilkinson in the 1980’s, this was set up to help our team members, as and when they need it. The Trust can support you in a number
- of ways:

Holiday accommodation
- Educational benefits
- Financial support

**Wilko PERKS**
- This is an online portal where you can access amazing offers and discounts. From great discounts on shopping, days out, holidays and health and fitness, there’s lots to explore.
- **Loyalty awards**
- We believe your loyalty deserves rewarding. So, once you complete 10 years continuous service, you’ll receive a wilko gift card as a thank you for your contribution. We’ll mark your next milestone in service every 10 years after that.
- **Celebratory gifts**
- From becoming