About Us Cranswick PLC is one of the UK’s leading food manufacturers, renowned for crafting exceptional Continental specialities that delight of customers every day. Our passion for authentic flavours and uncompromising quality has made us the trusted partner of the nation’s top retailers. At Cranswick, we don’t just make food—we celebrate it. From succulent olives and vibrant antipasti to premium continental charcuterie and perfectly cooked meats , every product reflects our dedication to excellence and creativity. We’re committed to nurturing talent and fostering an inclusive, dynamic workplace where ambitious professionals can thrive, grow, and make a real impact. Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of food. We're proud of our strong team culture, entrepreneurial mindset and genuine passion for food. While we strive to develop robust systems and processes, we are equally focused on remaining agile and responsive to the opportunities and challenges that come with supplying the UK's leading retailers. Why Join Us? Join a high-performing businesses within the Cranswick PLC Group. Work directly with all major UK grocery retailers. Play a key role in shaping business-wide demand planning and commercial decision-making. Influence the future development of forecasting systems, processes and reporting capability. Be part of a collaborative, ambitious and highly successful team. Work in a business that is genuinely passionate about great food, innovation and customer success. Our ideal candidate is not simply a planner. They are a commercially minded forecasting expert who can connect customer insight, market dynamics and operational realities to help drive business performance About the role We are looking for an experienced Senior Demand Planner to take ownership of the demand forecasting process across our retail customer base. This is a highly visible role within the commercial function, responsible for creating and maintaining an accurate demand plan that supports business decision-making and operational execution. Working closely with Sales, Operations, Planning and Stock Control, you will gather demand signals from customers, analyse market and promotional inputs, challenge assumptions and create a single forward demand plan that allows the business to effectively manage materials, production capacity and customer service. The successful candidate will play a critical role in navigating the complexities of supplying major UK retailers across highly seasonal categories, managing significant promotional activity, frequent NPD launches and long-lead-time imported materials. Demand Planning
Senior Demand Planner employer: Cranswick Country Foods PLC
Cranswick is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and operational excellence are at the forefront of our mission. As a Manufacturing Systems Lead in Hull, you will benefit from competitive salaries, a robust pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth through hands-on experience with cutting-edge manufacturing technologies. Our collaborative culture fosters strong relationships across teams, ensuring that your contributions directly impact our success in delivering high-quality food products nationwide.
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