Demand Planner in West Lothian

Job description

Demand Planner – Drinks Manufacturing

Location: West Lothian

Salary: Up to £42,000 + benefits

Alexander Steele is delighted to be partnering with a leading drinks manufacturing business in West Lothian as they look to appoint a Demand Planner to join their supply chain team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, innovative business within the drinks industry, offering a competitive salary and great career progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the demand planning process, creating accurate forecasts to support production and sales.
• Analyse historical data, market trends, and customer insights to improve forecast accuracy.
• Work closely with commercial, supply chain, and production teams to ensure supply meets demand.
• Manage inventory levels effectively, minimising waste while maintaining high service levels.
• Support the implementation and improvement of planning systems and processes.
• Prepare regular reports and provide insights to senior management.

The Candidate:

• Previous experience in demand planning, supply chain, or forecasting (FMCG industry experience desirable).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Proficient in Excel and planning systems (SAP or similar would be advantageous).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to work to tight deadlines.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary up to £42,000 (DOE)
• Excellent company benefits
• The opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-growing drinks manufacturer with a supportive culture and career progression opportunities

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

West Lothian

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

01-09-2025

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