Job Description
As a Demand Planning Manager, you will play a crucial role in aligning demand with supply, ensuring product availability, and optimizing inventory levels. We are looking for a candidate who will make an impact and drive operational efficiencies by aligning supply with demand forecasts. This role involves leading demand forecasting processes to support the business in delivering its market-leading power tools and garden equipment. Collaborating closely with production teams to forecast accurately, ensuring products reach customers efficiently.
Key responsibilities:
Demand Forecasting and Analysis - Develop and Manage rolling demand forecasts, maintaining a high level of accuracy and implement corrective actions when variances occur.
Inventory and Supply Chain Management - Collaborate with inventory management and procurement teams to ensure optimal stock levels. Balancing supply with demand and support the execution of product launches.
Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with sales and product development team to capture insights on future demand. Leading Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to drive alignment between business objectives ad operational capabilities.
Process Optimisation & Strategy - Lead initiatives to continuously improves demand planning processes, ensuring efficiency and Implement the best practices in demand planning and inventory management.
Data Driven Forecasting - Utilise ERP systems and demand planning tools to improve forecasting and streamline planning processes.
Skills and Qualifications
* 5-10 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting and central disposition.
* Standard Supply Chain Qualifications.
* Proven experience in end-to-end planning functions.
* Analytic Skills - ability to analyse large data sets, forecast trends, and make data-driven decisions to improve accuracy and efficiency.
* Communication - Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Problem Solving- Excellent problem solving skills with the ability to address complex supply chain issues and improve processes.
Benefits
* Competitive Salary
* Benefits package + Bonus
* Strategic role in a thriving and growing company with significant career growth opportunities.
* Professional development in a dynamic working environment.