Demand Planner

Permanent Demand Planner Role OBJECTIVETo manage the demand management interface on behalf of Supply Chain, ensuring that customers maintain appropriate levels of inventory, obtain customer requirements and fulfilment of their orders and work closely with supply planners, International Sales, Finance and third-party suppliers.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIESManage the key operational interactions with all markets.Obtain confirmed PO''s from customers to meet forecasted requirementsPlan, co-ordinate and monitor the end-to-end supply chain, including raw materials, packaging and finished goods and accessories from third-party manufacturers and suppliers through to release to sales in UK and International markets, on time and in full in a GMP compliant manner.Optimise the use of SAP APO, through the maintenance and review of our planning parameters, turning purchase requisitions into purchase orders.Negotiate with suppliers inventory management related parameters; safety stocks, minimum order quantities and lead times as required.Manage new product introductions, packaging changes and customer demands, ensuring volumes and requirements are communicated across the business. Lead month end reporting inc monthly invoicing of 3rd party sales, 3+9, 6+6 and 9+3 reporting with the Finance team.Take account of agreed performance levels, take appropriate corrective actions as required and communicate risks and opportunities to the business as they present.Produce regular KPI reporting across ..... full job details .....