Demand Planner

2 weeks ago

Yorkshire and Humberside, UK, United Kingdom Howdens Joinery Full time

Howden Joinery is looking for an experienced Demand Planner to join our busy commercial business planning department at our site in Howden, East Yorkshire. As a FTSE 100 business undergoing an exciting period of transformation and growth, this role offers an ambitious and data-focused individual the opportunity to directly impact the capacity and resource planning for manufacturing, logistics, and suppliers.

This is an opportunity for the post holder to work collaboratively with key stakeholders across the business. As such we are looking for someone who will build effective relationships and confidently articulate the Demand Plan, providing appropriate context information to the supply planning & purchasing teams and demonstrate its accuracy. A natural communicator with experience in pulling together presentations, the role requires this person to lead or support stakeholder meetings.

What will you be doing as a Demand Planner:

  • Forecast the expected demand for stock on all Primary Distribution Centres for a chosen group of products as accurately as possible.
  • Reviewing sales, allocations & despatch history and adjusting it where necessary.
  • Creating the most appropriate statistical forecast models, seeking out and applying relevant MI, and selecting the best forecast model based on forecast accuracy metrics, sales, and growth/decline trends.
  • To build strong relationships with marketing, route to market support, and supply planning, gather relevant management information, and ensure understanding and alignment with the business demand plan.
  • Proactively identify and address forecast accuracy issues, as well as respond to business queries in a prompt & professional manner.

What do you need to qualify for the Demand Planner:

  • ‘A’ level qualified or equivalent as a minimum.
  • Previous Demand planning experience is required, ideally gained in a Blue Chip, IT Driven, Manufacturing or Retail environment.
  • Good knowledge of IT systems (ideally, SAP APO) for Forecasting, Inventory Management, Planning, and production Scheduling.
  • MS Excel – Intermediate level essential.

What we can offer you:

  • Competitive Salary + company bonus
  • Pension Plan with maximum company contribution of 12%
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays + opportunity to purchase up to 5 more days
  • Free lunch at the onsite canteen
  • Free onsite car parking
  • Friendly and supportive environment offering exceptional reward and recognition

About us:

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 800 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.3 billion sales made last year.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply:

We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Demand Planner, then we are keen to hear from you.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.

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