Demand Planner

Demand Planner 

Slough (Head Office) 

Hybrid (minimum of 2 days per week on site)

Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for two Demand Planners to join our team at KP Snacks. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading – this might just be your next adventure! 

As a Demand Planner at KP Snacks, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the right products are made at the right time to meet customer needs. Working within the Demand Forecasting Team, you’ll use data and insights to create accurate sales forecasts that support production, purchasing, brand performance, and business decision-making. This is a collaborative and varied role where you’ll work closely with teams across Sales, Supply Chain, and Finance, as well as with external customer contacts. You’ll help manage promotions, new product set-ups, and inventory estimates, contributing to our great customer service and delivery performance. With hybrid working and opportunities to develop your forecasting and analytical skills, this is an ideal role for someone who enjoys working with data and people to make a real business impact.

What’s in it for you?  

We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer: 

• Annual bonus scheme, with an excellent track record of over achievement.

• Comprehensive Healthcare Support – Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, including a Digital GP service, Best Doctors (Second Medical Opinion Service), and specialist Cancer Care for peace of mind when you need it most.

• KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary

• 25 days holiday + holiday buy scheme 

• KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools 

What will you be doing? 

• Analysing sales patterns, seasonality, and variability to create and maintain accurate forecasts in Blue Planner

• Tackling the exciting challenge of refining forecasts for promotions, new lines, and short-term changes, directly influencing production plans

• Building great working relationships with Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, and customer contacts to align plans and share insights

• Having a direct impact on customer service by supporting accurate ordering, stock availability, and delivery performance

• Expanding your knowledge of forecasting systems, EPOS data, and promotional tracking through hands-on work and team collaboration

Who are we?  

Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies. 

Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together. 

Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us.  We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout. 

We’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience: 

• Solid numeracy and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, spot trends, and provide actionable insights

• Advanced Excel skills, alongside confidence using Microsoft Office tools to manage forecasts and reporting

• Prior experience in a demand planning role, with proven ability to manage forecasts, promotions, and inventory estimates

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, enabling effective cross-functional and customer collaboration

• A positive, solutions-focused approach aligned with KP’s values of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement

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