Our client, a recognised industry leader, is known for innovation, quality, and commitment to sustainability. Operating across residential and commercial markets, they provide a high-performing and collaborative environment where supply chain professionals can thrive.
As the Supply & Demand Planning Manager, you'll take ownership of the end-to-end planning process—balancing customer demand with supply while optimising inventory and service levels. You'll lead a small but capable team, drive S&OP rhythms, and be the glue between Sales, Production, Procurement, and Logistics to ensure alignment and delivery. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on process improvement, has a passion for data-led decisions, and enjoys developing teams to perform at their best.
* Lead the S&OP process, aligning demand, supply, and inventory across departments
* Oversee demand forecasting cycles and ensure alignment with sales insights
* Track key metrics including forecast accuracy, DIFOT, and inventory health
* Manage supply planning to ensure continuity for key customer accounts
* Lead the Customer Fulfilment function – owning planning accuracy and issue resolution
* Identify and escalate risks related to stock availability or supply disruptions
* Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Procurement, and Logistics teams
* Champion planning systems development and reporting improvements
* Coach, develop, and inspire your team – including a Demand Planner and a Fulfilment Team Lead
* Continuously identify areas for process improvement and planning efficiency
What You Bring:
* Tertiary qualifications in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or related discipline
* Advanced Excel skills; experienced across Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Outlook)
* Strong analytical mindset with attention to accuracy and detail
* Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement ability
* Proven leadership experience – able to coach, motivate, and uplift team performance
* Experience in demand and/or supply planning and customer fulfilment
* A continuous improvement mindset and the confidence to challenge the status quo
What's on Offer:
* A key role in leading planning operations for a national business
* Opportunity to shape and evolve the S&OP and planning processes
* Work with a supportive, forward-thinking supply chain team
* Exposure to multiple functions and stakeholders – from Sales to Production
* Competitive salary and strong development pathways
If this sounds like a role that could be of interest to you, then please click APPLY NOW reach out to Brian at
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Distribution and Strategy/Planning
* Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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