Demand Planner

Ref: 465230

Birmingham, UK

£45,000

• Permanent
• Supply Chain Expert
• Inventory Management Specialist
• Data-Driven Decision Making

About the candidate

A seasoned Demand Planner with 10 years of comprehensive experience in forecasting, inventory management, and supply chain optimization within various B2C and e-commerce environments. This candidate has a strong academic background with a Master's degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from a notable university in the UK. They are adept at using data analytics to significantly improve forecasting accuracy and optimize inventory levels.

What makes them great?

• Improved forecast accuracy by 20% through advanced demand planning techniques.
• Reduced stockouts by 15% through effective integration of marketing and product launch data into demand forecasts.
• Enhanced S&OP process with a history of leading cross-functional teams to refine supply chain strategies.
• Achieved a 10% reduction in excess inventory through meticulous inventory analysis and optimization strategies.
• Notable experience in introducing demand planning process manuals and SOPs to standardize and streamline operations.

Areas of expertise

• End-to-End Supply Chain Planning
• Analytical and Data Interpretation Skills
• Demand Forecasting and Analysis
• Material Inventory Management and Optimization
• Experienced in ERP/MRP Systems
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Cost and Business Analysis
• Food Safety Management System FSMS, HACCP
• OEE, Capacity Utilization, and Yield Target
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
• Team Leadership and Development
• Strong Communication and Presentation Skills
• Strategic Sourcing and Contract Management
• Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) Processes
• Supply Chain Management and Optimization
• Forecasting, Production, and Demand Planning
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Vendor Relationship Management