Demand Planning Manager

At Kellanova, we are seeking a highly skilled Demand Planning Manager to join our team in the vibrant Media City office in Manchester. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of demand forecasts across all European Markets. You will lead the consolidation of Kellanova Sales and Operations Planning submissions from each market to create a comprehensive European perspective, while also providing in-depth analytics on the key drivers of change at each stage. This is a critical position for driving effective decision-making and supporting our ongoing growth throughout Europe.

This is a fixed term contract until the end of September 2027, based in our Media City office on a hybrid working basis.  This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team, covering our European Market.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Strong Collaboration - Develop and maintain professional relationships and mutual trust with cross functional stakeholders (Commercial, Finance, Marketing) 

• System and Data Management – Manage and leverage the Demand Planning system and routines across European markets by gathering, analyzing, and validating data to create and review both statistical and promotional forecasts.

• Performance Review Support – Prepare all KPIs for the monthly review, identify gaps, and provide root cause analysis and action plans to assist markets in closing those gaps.

• Issue Resolution – Identify and analyze potential supply and demand issues and facilitate their resolution throughout the supply chain.

• Innovation Alignment – Collaborate with the End to End team to develop communications and ensure alignment regarding innovation initiatives, assisting in the development and optimization of sales and operations planning information systems in partnership with IT.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• University Degree or equivalent, preferably in Supply Chain, Business Management, Engineering 
• Demand Planning Experience in FMCG 
• Expertise in Demand Forecasting processes, including best practices and tools 
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and Microsoft Office 

What’s Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the you make.  Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small.

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email European.recruitment@kellanova.com 

Get to Know Us

We’ve always been driven to unleash the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our iconic, world-class brands at Kellanova include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Mars, Incorporated has acquired Kellanova in a transaction that brings together iconic brands, storied legacies and outstanding capabilities with a view to shape the future of snacking. You can learn more here, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

Let’s shape the future of snacking

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.