EMEA Demand Planning Lead | Anaplan Forecasting

Essentra plc; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer is looking for a Demand Planning Manager for its EMEA region. The role entails managing demand planning functions, forecasting customer demand, and collaborating with various teams to drive alignment. Responsibilities include leading forecasting tool integration, defining best practices, and improving inventory management. Candidates should have extensive operational experience, proficiency in planning tools, and strong data analytical capabilities. This is a hybrid role based in Kidlington.

Benefits

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Contribution

Life Assurance

Annual Leave

Employee Discounts

Car Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in an operational international environment.
• Experience dealing with supply chain issues.
• Strong emphasis on process discipline and continuous improvement.
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration and utilisation of forecasting tools.
• Define and evolve Demand Planning best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance S&OP.
• Manage slow-moving and obsolete inventory.

Skills

Operational international experience

Experience with Demand/Planning tools

Proficiency in data analysis

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Advanced analytical capabilities

Ability to manage large data volumes

Detail-oriented

Tools

Anaplan Connected Planning

SO99

Job description

A leading global manufacturer is looking for a Demand Planning Manager for its EMEA region. The role entails managing demand planning functions, forecasting customer demand, and collaborating with various teams to drive alignment. Responsibilities include leading forecasting tool integration, defining best practices, and improving inventory management. Candidates should have extensive operational experience, proficiency in planning tools, and strong data analytical capabilities. This is a hybrid role based in Kidlington.