Demand Planner

Demand Planner Mirfield | Full-Time, Permanent Up to £47,000 base salary

Elevation Recruitment Group is working with a leading FMCG business based in Mirfield to recruit an experienced Demand Planner. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional to join a fast-paced, consumer-facing environment where accurate forecasting directly shapes business performance.

This role sits at the heart of the supply chain function, with a clear focus on B2C demand across a diverse product range. You'll be responsible for developing robust forecasts, working closely with sales, marketing, and commercial teams to understand demand drivers, and ensuring the business is positioned to meet consumer needs efficiently.

The Role

Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts across the B2C product portfolio

Analyse historical sales data, market trends, and promotional activity to refine forecasting models

Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, and Commercial teams to capture demand signals and upcoming activity

Lead monthly demand planning meetings as part of the wider S&OP process

Monitor forecast accuracy and bias, continuously improving forecasting methodology

Work with the Supply Planning team to ensure alignment between demand and supply

Identify risks and opportunities within the demand plan and communicate these proactively

Support new product introductions and promotional planning with accurate demand input

About You

Proven experience as a Demand Planner within an FMCG or fast-moving consumer environment

Strong understanding of B2C demand dynamics, seasonality, and promotional impact

Confident using demand planning software and advanced Excel skills - ideally with exposure to Microsoft Dynamics/D365

Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across the business

Experience contributing to S&OP processes

A proactive, detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established FMCG business in Mirfield, offering genuine scope to shape and improve the demand planning function.