Demand Planning Specialist
A key role is available for analytical planners with experience in manufacturing or supply chain to drive accurate forecasting and meet customer demand efficiently. This position focuses on balancing supply and demand, optimising inventory, and supporting smooth factory operations.
This leading supplier specialises in sheet metal fabrication and CNC-machining, combining advanced production processes with continuous improvement.
As a Demand Planning Specialist, you will play a critical role in managing production schedules, meeting customer demand, and optimising factory resources. You will work closely with Production, Customer Service, and Supply Chain teams to ensure materials, capacity, and labour are aligned to meet targets while minimising downtime and inefficiencies.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage the factory SIOP process to drive production schedules and forecast accuracy.
* Ensure fulfilment of customer demand plans while maintaining high service levels.
* Optimise production capacity, balancing labour and materials to minimise downtime and changeovers.
* Monitor and resolve potential service or shortage issues proactively.
* Track and report on key performance metrics: finished goods availability, production to plan, capacity utilisation, and forecast accuracy.
* Support ongoing process improvements, including demand planning model development and real-time reporting.
* Oversee inventory supply planning, FG inventory pipeline management, and production scheduling cycles.