Manpower are currently seeking an interim Demand Planning Manager to work with our global FMCG client, Elida Beauty, renowned for brands such as TIGI, VO5, Toni and Guy, and Brylcreem, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.The position is based in Holborn, London. This is a full-time temporary role to last until the end of April 2026, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £61,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements.Due to the urgency of the role, candidates must be available immediately (with no notice period).Elida Beauty are seeking a Demand Planning Manager to join the team and support the delivery of growth and commercial insights on a selection of our brands. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects in a fast-paced environment, while gaining hands-on experience within a purpose-driven beauty business.Overview

Key Responsibilities

E2E design and execution of Demand Planning Team Strategy for all FG portfolio in marketLeads Forecasting and Promotion Planning to ensure all departments are aligned to business plan as well as challenging assumptionsResponsible to define Unconstrained Forecast into the business plans including innovation, promotion and growth assumptionsOwns and monitors Forecast Accuracy , Forecast Bias reporting and continuous improvement of Service Levels, Stocks, Waste , FA/FBTeam Management, Reporting and Continuous ImprovementResponsible to deliver excellent service to all our customersManages a team of demand planners and Planning Control Tower teams for planning activitiesCollaborate with CD and Marketing and Finance teams to ensure delivery of SandOP processWorks closely with Planning lead for capability development, reporting and agility into Planning organisationWorks closely with supply planning counterparts to ensure proper levels of inventory to achieve the plan while ensuring inventory targets are still being metEnsure process hygiene and lead technology transformation where relevantDefines new processes and improvement areas for demand planningKey Requirements

Wealth of experience in Supply ChainBachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in business, finance or supply chain management.Demonstrated analytical and conceptual problem-solving ability; excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skillsAbility to multi-task, meet tight deadlines and work under pressure with autonomyThe ability to effectively lead and engage cross functional global teams and a willingness to take responsibility and accountabilityDemonstrated self-starter with the ability to deliver results in a lean, agile organization and able to adapt to changing prioritiesUnderstanding of key financials, PandL and forecastingAdditional Information

Bike StorageKitchen and Communal AreasComplimentary Tea and CoffeeComplimentary Fruit and BiscuitsSeniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

TemporaryJob function

Supply ChainIndustries: Personal Care Product Manufacturing

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