Demand Planning Manager

JOB – Demand Planning Manager 

LOCATION – Surrey 

TERM- Permanent

SALARY - £45,000-£60,000 per annum, dependent on experience 

My client is a specialist manufacturer. They are looking for a Demand Planning Manager to join their team in Surrey on a permanent basis.     

The Demand Planning Manager will ideally have the following attributes:

• Experience working in a similar senior-level Demand Planning role for Supply Chain 
• Excellent knowledge of MRP and ERP systems
• In-depth knowledge of engineering and quality processes within a manufacturing setting
• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Engineering or similar
• Expertise in demand forecasting and inventory management
• Demonstrated success in implementing process improvements to enhance supply chain efficiency
• Experience with data, production and IFS systems 
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with Power BI would also be ideal
• Able to work in a busy, high pressure environment 
• Confident and highly organised 
• Excellent attention to detail 

• Develop and execute demand planning strategies to meet customer demand and maintain optimal inventory levels
• Production Planning and KPI Development
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to understand product lifecycles and quality requirements
• Conduct regular analysis of demand patterns and market trends to adjust forecasting models
• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives in demand planning processes
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely production and delivery of products
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership based on demand forecasts and inventory performance