
Demand Planner
- Reading
- £35,000-38,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Maintain accurate regional and customer forecasts for product categories.
- Review and act on exception reports, tackling stock constraints and forecast errors head-on.
- Collaborate with account managers to validate the demand pipeline.
- Run the weekly Master Production Schedule and create PO recommendations.
- Place approved POs with suppliers, ensuring timely shipment and receipt of stock.
- Optimise inbound freight costs by working closely with suppliers and freight forwarders.
- Coordinate inbound shipments with the logistics team for seamless stock visibility.
- Lead S&OP meetings, aligning with account and project teams.
- Provide insights with KPI reporting, inventory management, and constraint scenario planning.
- Analyse forecast changes and adjust master planning rules within the ERP system.
- Manage the RFQ process, ensuring timely submission of supplier quotes.
- Negotiate terms with suppliers for optimal outcomes.
- Stay updated on industry trends and practices.
- Collaborate with inbound planning teams for accurate stock visibility.
- Oversee the transition from old to new products in the ERP system.
- Maintain MRP materials planning functionality for efficient operations.
- 3+ years of experience in supply chain management.
- Proficiency with ERP systems.
- Strong understanding of RFQs and tendering processes.
- Excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively.