About Hunter & Gather

Hunter & Gather are a multi award-winning, ancestrally inspired lifestyle brand.

We believe that the conventional modern lifestyle is failing people, and with poor mental health and chronic illness impacting us all in one way or another, we are certain that it doesn’t have to be this way. That’s where we come in.

We fuse ancestral and modern wisdom to give people the tools to rise. From creating real food and supplements that are not only free from refined sugar, grains and inflammatory seed oils, but also champion quality and taste, to a welcoming community we call our tribe – with valuable education to guide people on their journey to better health.

Reporting to: Head of Operations

Key details

• Full time Mon - Fri (Hybrid Working)

• 37.5 - hour week (flexi time is allowed)

• 33 days leave (inc. bank holidays) prorated

• Core working hours 10am-4pm

• AXA Private Healthcare

• Dog friendly office

• Office in Chafford Hundred, Essex RM16 (C2C trains + bus connections)

• Parking nearby

What is the role?

As the Senior Demand Planner at Hunter & Gather, you will be responsible for forecasting product demand, ensuring a consistent supply of inventory, and managing relationships with our contract packers and manufacturers. This role involves analysing market trends and historical data, and sales forecasts to predict product needs, balancing supply with demand, and ensuring that inventory levels meet customer requirements without overstocking. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced food business, with a strong understanding of supply chain dynamics and the ability to collaborate effectively with external partners.

Stock & PO Management

• Prime responsibility for the Demand Plan and Production planning

• Place POs based on the production plan

• Communicating Finished Goods’ and Components’ forecast to suppliers

• Supporting Head of Operations with managing stock queries and discrepancies

• Creating monthly forecast variance and accuracy reports to discuss with the sales team, identifying any root cause issues

• Liaising monthly with the sales team to validate and jointly agree customer forecasts, ensuring they are up to date with the latest information and insights

• Supporting the launch of new product development

• Providing internal stakeholders with the most up to date supply and stock issues effecting the business

• Monitor order fulfilment, track lead times, and ensure that customer requirements are met on time. Identify and address any supply chain delays or issues.

• Responsible for ensuring completion of weekly and monthly activities such as assemblies, returns report, stock reconciliation

• Ensuring compliance to required standards of business (OFF certification)

• Conduct monthly stock reconciliations across all finished and component SKUs at 3PLs and co-manufacturers

• Address unexpected demand fluctuations, supply chain disruptions, or quality issues by providing solutions and adjusting forecasts accordingly.

Purchasing

• Building trusted relationships with suppliers through weekly/monthly check-in calls, and quarterly site visits

• Place POs at optimal price breaks, to ensure correct cover but getting the best cost price

Transport & Logistics

• Working with 3PL warehouse and logistics providers, being a key point of communication and contact

• Managing the transport for Ex-works and FCA suppliers

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

• 5+ years of experience in demand planning or supply chain management, preferably in the food, beverage, or supplements industry.

• Proven experience working with contract packers and manufacturers.

• Experience working with primarily D2C businesses

Skills

• Strong understanding of demand planning, inventory management, forecasting techniques, and supply chain operations.

• Excellent analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and forecasting software/tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems).

• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with internal and external teams.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

• Detail-oriented, proactive, and solution-focused with a strong sense of urgency.