Strategic Demand Planning Manager: Lead Forecast & Inventory

Dcs Group; Banbury; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution company in Banbury is seeking a Demand Planning Manager to enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce costs. In this role, you will own the demand planning strategy, forecast needs, and lead a team to meet service objectives. Ideal candidates will bring strong analytical and leadership skills, along with proven experience in supply chain management. Competitive benefits include life cover and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Life Cover

Pension Scheme

Medical Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Subsidised Café with Free Breakfast

Staff Shop

Social Events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supply chain or demand planning management.
• Confidence in working with data and advocating across teams.
• Strong leadership abilities to motivate and develop others.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute demand planning strategy.
• Analyze data and forecast demand to optimize stock levels.
• Lead the demand planning team and monitor inventory levels.
• Implement KPIs and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical expertise

Strong leadership

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Numerical and analytical ability

Process improvement

Education

Six Sigma Green Belt certification

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Sage

Job description

A leading distribution company in Banbury is seeking a Demand Planning Manager to enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce costs. In this role, you will own the demand planning strategy, forecast needs, and lead a team to meet service objectives. Ideal candidates will bring strong analytical and leadership skills, along with proven experience in supply chain management. Competitive benefits include life cover and a pension scheme.