Demand Planner

Blatchford Group; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer in Basingstoke seeks an experienced Demand Planner to optimize inventory and deliver accurate demand forecasts. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in demand planning, advanced Excel capabilities, and a proficient understanding of forecasting methodologies. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of this award-winning organization with competitive perks including 25 days of holiday and healthcare benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday (rising with service)

Option to purchase additional annual leave

Early Friday finish

Pension

Discounted shopping and leisure activities

On demand pay

Health cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Solid experience in demand or technical planning.
• Experience with ERP and planning systems.
• Strong data literacy and experience with large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate demand forecasts and support inventory optimisation.
• Develop and improve demand forecasts across multiple sites.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance.

Skills

Demand planning experience

Advanced Excel

Data analytics

Forecasting methodologies

Stakeholder management

Tools

ERP systems

Power BI

Job description

Blatchford is a multi-award winning, global manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices. Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users.

Through science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.

We are growing and have recently opened a brand new, manufacturing facility in Basingstoke. We have an exciting opportunity for a Demand Planner to join our planning team.

Role

As a Demand Planner you will deliver accurate demand forecasts and support inventory optimisation. You will ensure efficient demand flow, system integrity, and alignment with business and supply chain objectives.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Developing, managing, and continuously improving demand forecasts across multiple, global sites to ensure optimal service and inventory performance.
• Building, maintaining, and analysing large data sets to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Leading the monthly demand planning cycle, collaborating cross-functionally with Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance.
• Setting and monitoring safety stocks, ensuring appropriate levels are maintained to balance availability and working capital.
• Driving effective inventory management, identifying and resolving imbalances and excess stock situations.
• Ensuring accurate demand signals flow through the business to support efficient production planning and procurement.
• Working within and helping enhance ERP and planning systems, ensuring data integrity and optimising system use for forecasting and inventory management.
• Generating regular and ad-hoc reporting structures to analyse and support business decisions and performance tracking processes.
• Supporting, coaching and engaging with team members, fostering a collaborative, high-performing planning function.

What are we looking for?

• Solid experience of demand or technical planning
• Experience using ERP and planning systems
• Advanced Excel / data analytics capability, with experience in tools such as Power BI or similar
• Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies, inventory optimisation techniques, and statistical modelling.
• Exposure to S&OP within a manufacturing or distribution environment
• Strong data literacy – confident in managing and interpreting large, complex data sets.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Leadership qualities – capable of influencing others and taking ownership of key planning processes.

What can we offer you?

• 25 days holiday (rising with service)
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Early Friday finish
• Pension
• Discounted shopping and leisure activities
• On demand pay
• Health cash plan
• Cycle to work scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team, within a unique environment and contribute to the success of our award-winning organisation.

If you feel like you meet the above criteria for this exciting Demand Planner opportunity, then please apply now!