Demand Planner

JOB INTRODUCTION Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap. Actively engage with Distributor partners and WGS Markets to deliver a robust demand plan utilising the S&OP framework. Successfully demand manage sell in/sell out of renovation and innovation projects, ensuring obsolescence minimised and launches met. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: Work closely with the Commercial teams and Markets to identify and develop key opportunities, and mitigate key forecast risks, in order to achieve business strategy and current year targets Support and lead Demand Review meetings in key markets in line with S&OP process. Understand and analyse trends and seasonal profile, to support and advise the commercial teams where there is evidence that the demand plan may require revision. Ensure demand is in line with the agreed global allocations policy and process through regular reviews with the commercial teams and the Allocations Planner, highlighting opportunities and risks where appropriate. Create and maintain the rolling 18 month demand forecast using appropriate statistical modelling, analysing market and purchase plans, historical sales data, brand changes, new product development and obsolete products. Support Supply Chain KPIs e.g. inventory and obsolescence, through active involvement in the product lifecycle management process. Accountable for reporting and influencing MAPE (Mean Absolute Percentage Error) and BIAS (Absolute Value Variance) within the demand plan at SKU, Market and Regional level. Maintain a proper process framework and detailed process documentation with the appropriate governance structure. Develop depletion forecasting in appropriate markets and manage the accuracy and robustness of the forecasting Database. OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with experience in demand planning or supply chain management. They will possess strong analytical skills and be proficient in statistical modeling and S&OP processes. Key attributes include: Proven track record in demand forecasting, market trend analysis, and managing product lifecycles. Strong problem-solving abilities, proficiency in managing MAPE and BIAS metrics, and advanced Excel and ERP systems. Excellent interpersonal skills to lead Demand Review meetings and collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. This candidate will excel in data-driven decision-making, stakeholder engagement, and maintaining efficient processes to meet business targets. ABOUT US: We offer a competitive salary and benefits which are designed to promote our employees financial wellbeing. Employees are also eligible to participate in a bonus plan. Our employees enjoy a generous holiday entitlement and an opportunity to ‘buy’ or ‘sell’ some holiday entitlement. Private Healthcare and Doctor@Hand (remote GP service). Our employees can join a defined contribution pension plan. Employees contribute either 4% or 5% of salary, the company contributes 8% or 10% depending on the employee contribution. Employee contributions can be made through salary sacrifice. Our Employee Assistance Programme offers practical, impartial support on everyday matters ranging from medical, financial and legal to home and family issues. Our Life Assurance cover is a multiple of eight times your annual basic salary. Product allocation so that you can enjoy our fantastic portfolio of brands. Our Cycle to Work scheme allows you to hire a bike for an agreed length of time, and then snap it up for a fraction of its original value. All while making savings (at least 25%) and spreading the cost. Every employee has the opportunity to claim up to £1,000 per year for a charity or charities for which they have raised money, volunteered their time or personally donated. Learning resources to help you be your best self.