Supply Chain - Demand Planner & Analyst

At #Tropicana Brands Group we are passionate about nourishing & delighting our consumers, one sip at a time.

The launch of Tropicana Brands Group represents an exciting fusion of some of the world's most beloved and upand‑coming brands in the juice category, including Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Dole, Copella and Punica.

Established in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and Pepsi Co, our new company blends the best of two worlds: one steeped in industry-leading expertise and the heritage of prestige juice brands, and another rooted in a true entrepreneurial and agile mindset.

Our amazing UK supply Chain team is now looking for a Demand Planner & Analyst!

Are you curious, analytical, and proactive? Do you thrive on turning data into insights and collaborating across teams? We’re looking for a Demand Planner & Analyst to join our dynamic supply chain team and help shape accurate forecasts that drive business success.

• Be at the heart of forecasting and planning for a leading FMCG portfolio.
• Work cross-functionally with commercial, customer service, and supply teams.
• Influence decisions that impact service levels, promotions, and new product launches.
• Drive continuous improvement with data-driven insights and innovative solutions.

• Own the Forecast: Manage and refine statistical demand forecasts, applying advanced modelling techniques to improve accuracy.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with Commercial, Customer Service, and Supply Chain teams to enrich forecasts with insights from promotions and new product launches.
• Spot Trends & Drive Insights: Analyse relationships between promotional volumes, seasonal impacts, and new product introductions to identify patterns and opportunities.
• Shape Long-Term Plans: Partner with the Demand Planning Manager to develop long-term forecasts that meet IBP and financial objectives.
• Evaluate Promotions: Review promotional activities for timing and volume accuracy, providing recommendations for future improvements.
• Align Demand & Supply: Ensure unconstrained demand forecasts align with supply capabilities, coordinating resolution of gaps with stakeholders.
• Maintain Data Integrity: Validate IBP master data and keep systems accurate to minimize errors.
• Improve Performance: Monitor forecasting trends, accuracy, and bias; create action plans to enhance results and reduce obsolescence.

• Education & Experience:
  • BA/BSc in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field (FMCG experience preferred).
  • Experience with forecasting systems (SAP IBP preferred).
• Skills &
  
  Competencies:
  
  
  • Strong analytical and statistical skills with advanced Excel proficiency.
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills across functions.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and results-driven with a proactive, “can-do” attitude.
  • Collaborative mindset with experience in cross-functional forecasting processes.
  • Strong service orientation: listens, asks questions, and communicates solution options effectively.

• Improved forecast accuracy and bias.
• Service level to customers.
• Lift and shift of best practices

This role is based in London UK and it will be required to come to the office in Farringdon twice a week. Please reach out if you have questions!