SUPPLY AND DEMAND PLANNING ASSISTANT

Job Title: SUPPLY AND DEMAND PLANNING ASSISTANT
Reports to: SENIOR PLANNING AND PROCUREMENT MANAGER
Location: BOURNVILLE, BIRMINGHAM/REMOTE WORKING
Function: SUPPLY AND DEMAND PLANNING
Job Type: PERMANENT

 

This role profile is a guide to the work you will initially be required to undertake. It may be changed from time to time to incorporate changing circumstances. It does not form part of your contract of employment.

 

Are you ready to seize your next opportunity at Grenade?

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Supply and Demand Planning Assistant. This entry-level role is perfect for those looking to start their career in supply and demand planning, with a clear path for development and progression.

This role offers a clear path to progress into a Demand/Supply Manager position. You will gain hands-on experience and training in Demand forecasting and supply planning, analysis and trend planning to drive informed decision-making and develop commercial awareness to understand the broader business impact of supply and demand decisions.

As part of our team we promise to offer you a unique and motivating working environment, with highly rewarding opportunities for personal and professional development, we want you to grow as we grow.

It’s important that you can talk freely and openly about your career ambitions, if you are interested in an internal move, please speak with your Line Manager or the Grenade HR Team who will talk you through the process.


What are you waiting for…...

 

How will you contribute
  • Support Supply and Demand Managers in their daily activities.
  • Attend and assist in meetings with internal stakeholders to understand and support their supply and demand needs.
  • Attend and assist in meetings with external manufacturers to ensure smooth coordination and communication.
  • Collate and report data accurately to aid in supply and demand planning.
  • Handle day-to-day ad-hoc requests such as emails, data collection, and proactive responses and actions.
  • Participate in all meetings for personal and professional development.
  • Build strong relationships with internal and external partners. 

 

What you will bring
  • Enthusiastic and eager to start a career in supply and demand planning.
  • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Computer literate (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
  • Exceptional numeric, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work well both individually and in a team environment.
  • Proactive and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Knowledge of Sports Nutrition channel would be desirable.

 

What do Grenade offer in return?
  • Competitive Salary
  • Opportunity to earn up to 5% of base salary in bonus.
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Additional days leave for your birthday
  • Flexible Working
  • Private Medical
  • Life Assurance
  • Accident Protection
  • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity
  • Contributory Pension Scheme
  • Huge Staff Discount on products
  • Length of Service Awards
  • Study Support Programme
  • Subsidised on site Nuffield Gym
  • Free on-site parking
  • 24/7 access to our Silver award winning well-being assistance program
  • Free entry to Cadbury World and discounted entry for friends and family

 

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