At a Glance
- Tasks: Build demand forecasts and translate them into supply plans for a fast-growing FMCG brand.
- Company: Join a dynamic challenger brand with ambitious growth plans in Central London.
- Benefits: Earn up to £65k, enjoy hybrid work, bonuses, shares, and 25 days holiday.
- Other info: Opportunity to shape your division in a company experiencing rapid growth.
- Why this job: Be at the heart of operations and make a visible impact in a rapidly evolving environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in demand or supply planning, detail-oriented, and strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 65000 £ per year.
Ignite are delighted to be partnering with a fast‑growing FMCG challenger with huge momentum behind them, the business is gearing up for an ambitious scale‑up plan to reach £50m within the next two years. They are now looking for an exceptional Demand and Supply Planning Manager to sit at the heart of sales, supply chain and operations, ensuring the right products are in the right place at the right time. This role is ideal for someone ready to set up demand planning within a true challenger environment, where pace is high, processes are evolving and impact is visible daily.
What will you be doing?
- Building and maintaining demand forecasts across retail and foodservice channels
- Supporting daily, weekly and monthly forecasting cycles, incorporating sales data, promotions, seasonality and NPD launches
- Translating forecasts into clear supply and production plans, lead times and capacity constraints
- Monitoring stock, service levels, waste and freshness KPIs, flagging risks early and proposing actions
- Producing clear, simple insights and reports to support decision‑making
Who are we looking for?
- Experience in demand planning, production planning or supply planning within FMCG challenger brands
- Highly detail‑oriented and analytical, confident using Google Sheets (pivots, formulas, basic analysis)
- Strong organisation and prioritisation skills, comfortable taking ownership in a fast‑paced environment
In return for everything you can bring, the business can offer you:
- Competitive basic salary up to £65k dependent on experience
- Hybrid working policy (3 days in central London per week)
- 10% bonus based on both personal and company performance
- EMI Shares valued at 50% of salary
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off
- Monthly wellbeing allowance to support your health and lifestyle
- Pension contributions matched up to 5%
- Joining a brand that is going through rapid growth and chance to shape your division
What happens next?
- Now: Apply today with your CV which will be reviewed by our Ignite team.
- First Stage: Teams call with the Head of Operations
- Second Stage: Present a task
- Third Stage: Meet Founder
People are at the heart of everything we do. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process that means people can be their best authentic self. We would love to reply to all applications, regrettably we are unable to do so due to the high volumes we receive, so if you do not hear back within 14 days unfortunately on this role it won’t be progressing. It is possible that the position could be in the process of closing, so chalk it up to bad timing. But, have no fear! There will be more opportunities. Follow us so you don’t miss them.
Demand and Supply Planning Manager employer: Ignite
Join a dynamic and rapidly growing FMCG challenger brand in Central London, where your role as a Demand and Supply Planning Manager will be pivotal in shaping the future of the business. With a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and a strong focus on employee wellbeing and growth, this is an exceptional opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment that values innovation and impact. Enjoy unique benefits such as EMI shares, a generous holiday allowance, and a culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity.
