Demand and Supply Planner

Demand & Supply Planner

Warwick | Onsite  :Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

Warehousing, Distribution, Advanced Assembly  

Excellent starting salary, company pension, 25 days holiday, plus other benefits.

Role Overview

The Demand & Supply Planner plays a critical role in ensuring the effective alignment of customer demand with supply capabilities. This position is responsible for delivering accurate demand forecasts, maintaining optimal inventory levels, and supporting the efficient flow of goods through the supply chain.

Working cross-functionally, the role contributes directly to service performance, cost control, and overall operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using historical data, trends, and business insight
Manage purchasing activities to ensure timely product availability in line with business requirements
Build and maintain effective supplier relationships, monitoring performance and resolving delivery or quality issues
Monitor and optimise stock levels to balance availability with working capital efficiency
Maintain data integrity within planning systems, including pricing and product information
Track, analyse, and report on key performance indicators, driving corrective actions where required
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain performance and reduce lead times
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders including Sales, Customer Service, Warehouse, Technical, and Finance teams
Key Challenges

Maintaining forecast accuracy in a dynamic and evolving demand environment
Managing and analysing large volumes of data with a high degree of accuracy
Responding effectively to supply disruptions and external pressures
Aligning internal stakeholders to ensure consistent and up-to-date demand signals
Decision-Making Authority

The role operates with a high level of autonomy in day-to-day activities, including:

Managing supplier communications and resolving delivery issues
Addressing supplier performance concerns and non-conformances
Setting and maintaining appropriate stock parameters (minimum/maximum levels)
Identifying and implementing improvements to planning processes and systems
Recommending and agreeing suitable alternatives in the event of supply constraints
Performance Measures

Inventory levels maintained within agreed targets
Product availability and service levels (e.g. OTIF performance)
Accuracy and reliability of demand forecasts
Supplier performance and responsiveness
Data accuracy within planning systems
Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Experience in demand planning, supply chain, or a related discipline, ideally within a manufacturing environment
Strong analytical capability with proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including PivotTables and data analysis tools)
Experience using ERP systems to manage planning and supply chain activities
High level of attention to detail with the ability to manage complex datasets
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
Effective communication skills with the ability to build strong working relationships internally and externally
Core Competencies

Planning & Organisation - Structured, analytical approach to managing priorities and delivering outcomes
Initiative - Proactive and solution-focused, with the ability to act independently
Attention to Detail - Consistently high standards of accuracy and data integrity
Customer Focus - Commitment to meeting internal and external customer expectations
Communication - Clear, professional communication tailored to a range of stakeholders

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

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