Hybrid Demand Planner - FMCG Forecast & Analytics

Fresh Direct Group; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice supplier in Ashford is looking for a Demand Planner to join their Product Supply team. The role involves forecasting activities associated with customers and products, requiring excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in a fast-paced environment. You'll manage forecast improvements and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, while the position offers a hybrid working model. This role is crucial for ensuring optimum customer service and provides opportunities for career progression within the company.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Huge discounts on food products

Discounts on Cinema tickets and shopping

Recognition awards and incentives

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG/Supply Chain is highly desirable.
• Confident individual who can thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to analyse trends and suggest improvements.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for creating and maintaining system-generated forecasts.
• Carry out analysis of sales history to generate optimal demand signals.
• Communicate forecast changes to supply chain colleagues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

MS Excel (formulas)

SAP

Job description

A leading foodservice supplier in Ashford is looking for a Demand Planner to join their Product Supply team. The role involves forecasting activities associated with customers and products, requiring excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in a fast-paced environment. You'll manage forecast improvements and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, while the position offers a hybrid working model. This role is crucial for ensuring optimum customer service and provides opportunities for career progression within the company.