Demand Planner (Co. Antrim)
MCS Group is delighted to be partnering exclusively with a global leader in foodservice distribution to recruit multiple Demand Planners for their growing team in Northern Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity to join a world-class organisation with brilliant career development opportunities!
The Role
As Demand Planner, you will play a key role in ensuring product availability within the distribution network to support commercial strategy and deliver exceptional service to customers. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and detail-driven individual to join a strong leader in the food and drink industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately forecast and order products to support sales and maximise availability.
- Reduce excess stock holding while minimising mark-downs, waste, and overstocks.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure effective product supply.
- Collaborate with management on promotions and forward buys.
- Analyse sales data and reports to drive profitability and efficiency.
- Support the replenishment function in achieving and exceeding targets.
About You
We are seeking a proactive, organised, and analytical professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will bring:
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Excellent IT skills (Excel essential; ERP/MRP system experience desirable, with training provided).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
- A flexible, problem-solving mindset with the ability to work to tight deadlines.
- Willingness to work weekends, bank holidays and outside of standard office hours when required.
Why Apply?
- Be part of a large organisation with strong benefits
- Career growth opportunities within a market-leading organisation.
- Work in state of the art facilities
- A culture that values customer focus, collaboration, and innovation.
To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Ben Picking, Specialist Consultant at MCS Group
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Skills:
demand planning entry level manufacturing food drink
Benefits:
Strong Benefits!
