Join the Samworth Brothers Team and become part of our dynamic family!
At Samworth Brothers, we genuinely care about our colleagues and strive to create an engaging environment that values your unique contributions. We are committed to your success and offer a range of exceptional benefits that we believe supports your life and personal aspirations: -
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Private health scheme
- Employee discount scheme
- Experience annual pay reviews
- Profit related pay
- Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities
The Opportunity
Are you a data-driven professional with a passion for forecasting and planning? We’re looking for a Demand Planner to join our dynamic team and play a key role in shaping our supply chain strategy. As a Demand Planner, you’ll be responsible for creating and maintaining accurate forecast models for our products and customers. You’ll collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, Commercial teams, and retailers to ensure demand plans are aligned and performance targets are met. This role is pivotal in driving forecast accuracy, reducing waste, and improving customer service levels.
- Develop and manage forecasts using Relex and other planning tools.
- Collaborate with Commercial and retailers on promotional and seasonal planning.
- Analyse historical sales trends and demand drivers to refine forecast models.
- Coordinate cross-functional activities to reconcile forecast variances.
- Support production planning and MRP processes.
- Drive continuous improvement in planning systems and processes.
The Ideal Candidate
We believe that success is built upon collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we welcome candidates who are passionate about working together to achieve greatness. As a valued member of our team, you will bring the following skills and experience: -
- Experience in planning or scheduling, ideally within food manufacturing.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel (advanced level).
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Familiarity with forecasting methodologies and systems (Relex, Aurora/System 21).
- A continuous improvement mindset and strong organisational skills.
We also want you to thrive in an engaging and inclusive work culture where you will have the opportunity to take on personal accountability and take pride in your work. We encourage positive communication, and the building of strong collaborative relationships is essential to every role.
Join us at Samworth Brothers, where you'll be more than just a team member – you'll be an integral part of our thriving family. Apply today and embark on an exciting journey with us!