📍 Location: West Lothian
💼 Demand Planner - Onsite role
Are you passionate about data-driven decision-making and turning insights into action? We’re looking for a Demand Planner to join our client's Supply Chain team in West Lothian. This is a key role where you’ll be responsible for ensuring accurate forecasting of customer demand, aligning supply with business growth, and supporting customer satisfaction.
What you’ll be doing:
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Develop and maintain a rolling forecast across various UK and International markets
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Analyse historical sales, market trends, promotional activity, and new product introductions.
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Lead monthly demand review meetings as part of the S&OP process.
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Monitor forecast accuracy, identify risks/opportunities, and drive continuous improvement.
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Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Production Planning, Procurement, Finance, and NPI teams.
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Support inventory optimisation by aligning supply with forecasted demand.
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Maintain and improve forecasting models, processes, and tools.
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Provide insights to support strategic decision-making across the business.
What we’re looking for:
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Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business Administration, or similar.
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3–5 years’ experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics.
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Strong background in FMCG, retail, or manufacturing (preferred).
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Experience using forecasting systems and supporting the S&OP process.
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Advanced Excel skills and confidence with large datasets.
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Analytical, detail-focused, and commercially aware with excellent communication skills.
Why join us?
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A chance to play a pivotal role in shaping demand planning for a well-established business.
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Exposure to cross-functional teams and international markets.
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Work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your ideas and improvements are welcomed.
If you’re ready to take ownership of the demand planning process and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.