DarcyBrook Procurement & Supply Chain are recruiting a Global Demand Planning Manager for a leading manufacturing company. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate implementing automation and efficiency initiatives that have delivered measurable cost savings, tighter controls and accuracy across stock movements and manufacturing.
Location – London, Hybrid working
Key Responsibilities
- Inventory Governance: Own the visibility and integrity of global stock (Finished Goods, Parts, components.)
- Strategic Planning: Translate sales and service signals into rolling forecasts. You’ll own the logic for MOQs, lead times, and safety stock.
- BOM & Material Integrity: Partner with Hardware and Manufacturing to ensure Bill of Materials accuracy and anticipate component-level risks.
- System Automation: Drive the transition toward automated workflows, reducing manual intervention and improving forecast accuracy.
- Stakeholder Leadership: Act as the primary operational interface for contract manufacturers, vendors, and internal teams.
Experience Required
- You have a strong grasp of ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and know how to leverage them for reporting and control.
- Analytical & Disciplined: You live in the data, but you have the communication skills to explain the “why” to technical and commercial stakeholders.
- You understand the complexities of electronics, technical spare parts, or manufacturing environments.
- You thrive in fast-growth environments where you can define processes and implement “best-in-class” standards.
