Demand Planner
[Company Name] · [Location] · [Full-time / Hybrid / Remote] · $32,000–$52,000k + bonus
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Demand Planner to join our team at [Company Name]. Demand Planners are the statistical backbone of FMCG supply chains. They build and maintain demand forecasts by SKU, customer, and distribution centre, feeding the S&OP process and enabling supply chain to procure, produce, and deliver to meet demand. Accuracy has a direct impact on OTIF, waste, and working capital.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain statistical baseline forecasts by SKU, customer, and DC using SAP APO/IBP or equivalent
- Manage monthly S&OP demand review, incorporating commercial intelligence, promotional uplifts, and risk/opportunity
- Track and report forecast accuracy (MAPE, BIAS) by brand, category, and customer, driving continuous improvement
- Analyse historical demand patterns, identify anomalies, and cleanse data to improve model performance
- Collaborate with sales and marketing on promotional and NPD volume planning
- Maintain new product demand assumptions and transition plans for de-listings
- Identify demand risk/opportunity and communicate to supply planning and procurement
- Support IBP cycle with demand pack preparation and scenario analysis
Required Skills & Experience
- Statistical demand modelling
- S&OP process management
- SAP APO/IBP or equivalent
- Excel (advanced) / Power BI
- Promotional uplift analysis
- Forecast accuracy measurement (MAPE/BIAS)
- Cross-functional communication
- Data cleansing & exception management
Advantageous Skills
- Python or R for forecasting models
- Machine learning / AI forecasting tools
- New product baseline development
- Aggregated demand planning
Qualifications
- Degree in Supply Chain, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or Engineering
- APICS CPIM certification valued
- SAP APO/IBP, Kinaxis, or o9 Solutions experience preferred
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary: $32,000–$52,000
- Annual bonus scheme (10–25% of base)
- Private healthcare and pension (employer contribution)
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- [Add any company-specific benefits]
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background.