Demand Planner
Are you a skilled negotiator who thrives on securing the best deals while building strong supplier relationships? We are looking for an exceptional Demand Planner role for our well established client who specialises in providing end-tend logistics, supply chain solutions and sales & marketing.
Package
1. Salary €50-65k
2. Pension
3. Bonus
4. Healthcare
5. Work from home
6. Generous annual leave
Key Responsibilities for this Demand Planner job includes:
7. Work with Brand Partners, Category and Customer teams to forecast volume at the SKU/customer level. Regularly review base sales, promotional volumes, NPD, delists, and inventory.
8. Track, measure, and report inbound/outbound forecast accuracy monthly. Identify key drivers impacting accuracy and share insights with stakeholders.
9. Contribute to annual planning cycles for Brand Partners and internal business objectives.
10. Maintain stock levels in line with KPI targets. Provide weekly stock holding reports and manage aged stock with action plans to minimise write-offs.
11. Produce and distribute weekly KPI reports for Brand Partners and Senior Management
12. Oversee inbound stock from outside the EU in collaboration with customs agents.
13. Drive the development of demand planning processes and reporting tools.
Requirements for this Demand Planner job includes:
14. 2-3 years in Demand Planning within FMCG (manufacturer or distributor),
15. Proven track record in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder influence,
16. Demonstrated ability to manage and reduce stock holding while avoiding OOS.
17. Strong planning ability with a customer-first mindset
18. Strong command of D365 or SAP 4HANA (min 2 years' experience) Advanced Excel skills; confident with forecasting tools & ERP systems
19. Good understanding of P&L impact, demand planning metrics, and customs regulations.
20. Familiarity with the Irish grocery and convenience retail market
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below, and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position.