Demand Planner - London
Join FrieslandCampina as a Demand Planner – Shape the Future of Nutrition in the UK & Ireland
At FrieslandCampina, we’re not just a global leader in dairy—we’re a team of passionate people on a mission to nourish the world with high-quality nutrition. Every day, millions of consumers rely on us, and we rely on the talent and dedication of our people to make it happen. Now, we're looking for a driven and analytical Demand Planner to join our Europe Customer Supply Chain team, with a special focus on the UK & Ireland market.
What we ask
We’re looking for someone who thrives in an international, fast-paced environment and enjoys collaborating with cross-functional teams.
You have:
o A Bachelor's degree (preferably in Supply Chain or a Commercial field) with 4+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 2+ years
o A strong commercial mindset and customer focus
o Solid knowledge of SAP and other planning tools; familiarity with OMP is a plus
o Excellent analytical skills—Power BI experience is a bonus
o A proactive, pragmatic approach with the confidence to challenge the status quo
o Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a team-oriented mindset
What we offer
- A collaborative, people-focused culture: Work alongside passionate, talented professionals in an environment that values respect, innovation, and inclusivity
- Growth & development: We invest in your learning and development through training, mentoring, and on-the-job experience
- Comprehensive benefits: Including pension contributions, generous paid time off, parental leave, and more
- Competitive salary package: Reflecting your experience, expertise, and impact
- Global opportunities: Be part of a truly international company with a mission that matters
FrieslandCampina rewards not just with financial compensation but also values your continuous growth. This development benefits both our products and your career. Therefore, we invest in relevant courses and training within your field. On the job, you will experience a strong emphasis on knowledge exchange between colleagues, which is ultimately the best way to learn
Vacancy description
As a Demand Planner, you'll play a key role in forecasting demand and shaping the future of our supply chain. You’ll combine your analytical expertise with a commercial mindset to drive accurate, data-based demand planning that supports both operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
You will:
• Lead the 24-month demand planning cycle for the UK & Ireland business
• Generate statistical forecasts and incorporate business intelligence into planning
• Align demand plans with the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process
• Translate commercial activities into accurate forecasts (e.g., product launches, promotions, contracts)
• Monitor and improve KPIs such as Forecast Accuracy, Service Levels, and Waste Reduction
• Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, finance, and supply chain teams
• Prepare and contribute to monthly S&OP meetings
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in our demand planning processes
Team Details
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For thousands of people every day, we are more than just a dairy company. To our farmers, our employees, the communities we serve, the businesses we work with and the people to whom we bring happiness, FrieslandCampina means something more. For them it's not just about what we do, but who we are.
We value talented people from any background who want to contribute to something bigger than themselves. We encourage all of our employees to make decisions that benefit our entire company. At FrieslandCampina we own our own career and act accordingly. We trust you to make a difference in your job and influence the bigger picture. Working at FrieslandCampina means you are contributing to a better world.