Demand Planner in Reading

Job description

Demand Planner - FMCG

Office Location: Berkshire (Hybrid, 3 Days WFH)

Job Responsibilities:

• Formulate demand planning strategies for EMEA by analyzing stock meetings and utilizing Demand Solutions to implement purchase order fulfillment.
• Define planning parameters, identify risks, and develop solutions to mitigate them.
• Oversee the lifecycle of customer product ranges and intake schedules, assessing risks and proposing strategies to achieve sales targets.
• Assist in quarterly reviews with major customers, ensuring NHOPS and new products are integrated into growth strategies.
• Evaluate demand forecasts and leverage historical data to inform range planning decisions.
• Implement measures to enhance the accuracy of internal forecasts, aligning them with market demand.
• Conduct thorough analyses of hotel-level sales data to identify fluctuations and collaborate with internal teams to address issues.
• Provide monthly reports on sales variances compared to forecasts, recommending corrective actions for performance optimization.
• Continuously refine forecasting methodologies to better anticipate customer needs and increase responsiveness.
• Create and implement new formats for sharing forecasts with internal teams to ensure clarity and consistency.
• Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by management.

Job Requirements

• At least 5+ years of experience in demand planning, with proficient in managing over 1,000 SKUs.
• Familiarity with global suppliers, understanding lead times and supply chain challenges.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all organizational levels.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent organizational skills with a hands-on, meticulous approach.
• Positive and proactive mindset, able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Ability to translate data and analysis into actionable business insights.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the capability to identify needs and present effective solutions.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Reading

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

11-08-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English