Demand Planner – SC/SCP/DP03

About the role

The Demand Planner is central to balancing customer needs with operational efficiency, by working closely with Supply Planning and other stakeholders within the organisation. The role merges quantitative data with qualitative insights to produce a reliable, consensus forecast. The position is ideal for individuals with developed analytical capabilities and experience in planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using historical sales data, market trends, and business insights to support effective supply planning and customer fulfilment.
• Analyse forecast performance, identify variances and demand trends, and implement corrective actions to continuously improve forecast accuracy.
• Collect, validate, and interpret data from multiple sources, ensuring the integrity and reliability of forecasting systems, reports, and planning information.
• Collaborate with Category Managers, Supply Planning teams, customer-facing functions, and other stakeholders to gather insights, build consensus forecasts, and communicate key updates.
• Produce actionable reports and present demand insights to stakeholders while driving continuous improvement through process optimisation, automation, and reporting efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and generate actionable insights.
• Excellent planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills, capable of managing multiple deadlines and adapting to changing business demands.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to present insights clearly and build collaborative relationships across functions.
• Proficiency in forecasting, reporting, and data visualisation tools, including advanced Excel and platforms such as Power BI.
• A continuous improvement mindset, demonstrating resourcefulness, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to enhancing processes, systems, and ways of working.

Benefits

• Hybrid working opportunities, giving you the flexibility to work collaboratively in the office and remotely.
• Annual bonus schemes, long service, and colleague recognition awards.
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Free access to the 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Generative pension scheme (with us contributing 12% when you contribute 6%).
• Access to our Flexible Benefits Scheme, where you can choose from a variety of benefits such as Life Insurance, Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection, Health Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, and additional pension contributions that suit you.
• 2 days of paid volunteering leave allowing you to give back to your community.
• Access to many discounts from the Blue Light Card to NHS Discounts.

Pay

Offered on a starting salary of £47,874 with the potential to increase to £56,322 over the course of three years.

Schedule

Hybrid worker – Expectation is two days per week on site at our Nottingham/Alfreton office.