Demand Planning Manager

We are partnering with a leading FMCG business to recruit a Demand Planning Manager who will play a pivotal role in driving forecast accuracy, improving service levels, and shaping demand planning strategy across a diverse product portfolio.

Working cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and key retail customers, you will be responsible for transforming market intelligence into robust demand plans that support business growth and operational excellence.

• Lead the demand planning process, creating and maintaining accurate short, medium, and long-term forecasts.
• Drive forecast accuracy and bias improvements through insight-led analysis and continuous process enhancement.
• Manage and facilitate the monthly S&OP / IBP demand review process.
• Partner closely with National Account Managers and Commercial teams to understand promotional activity, customer plans, and market trends.
• Build strong relationships with major UK retailers, ensuring collaborative forecasting and alignment around demand expectations.
• Engage directly with retail customers to review forecasts, understand upcoming events, and proactively identify risks and opportunities within the supply chain.
• Analyse EPOS, sell-out, and inventory data to provide actionable insights that improve product availability and reduce waste.
• Work closely with S...